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recuse Synonyms

Another word for recuse

Choosing another word for recuse depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To excuse oneself from a legal case, official duty, or decision-making role because of a potential conflict of interest or lack of impartiality.

Usage Example

"The judge decided to disqualify herself from the trial after realizing she held stock in the defendant's company."

Strong
disqualify
excuse
step aside
withdraw
abstain

• verb (Context 2)

To challenge or object to a judge, juror, or official as being unqualified to perform a legal duty due to prejudice or conflict of interest.

Usage Example

"Defense counsel filed a formal motion to disqualify the prosecutor on the grounds of prior personal involvement in the dispute."

Strong
disqualify
challenge
reject

Opposites of recuse

The opposite of recuse shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

confirm
preside
accept
adjudicate
See all opposites of recuse

• Nearby Words

recursive
recursively
recusal
recuse
recut
recyclability
recyclable

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Recuse. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 3, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/recuse
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