apostasy crossword clue

 Sure, here are some possible answers for the crossword clue "apostasy":

DEFECTION (9 letters)

DESERTION (9 letters)

FALSENESS (9 letters)

FORSAKING (9 letters)

HERESY (7 letters)

The word "apostasy" means "the abandonment of one's religion, principles, or cause." It can be used to describe a person who leaves their religion, a politician who changes their party affiliation, or a soldier who defects to the enemy.

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