Answer: apostasy

AnswerCrossword Clue
APOSTASYRenegade's act
APOSTASYAbandonment of one's faith
APOSTASYDesertion of a cause
APOSTASYDefector's crime
APOSTASYDesertion of faith
APOSTASYRenunciation of faith
APOSTASYDesertion of dogma
apostasya total desertion of or departure from one's religion, principles, party, cause, etc.
apostasyabandonment of one's faith or beliefs, also APOSTACY
apostasytotal desertion of or departure from one's religion, principles, party, cause, etc.