DISAVOWS is a term that means to deny or reject something. The crossword solutions for this term are DENIES (6 letters), RECANTS (7 letters), and RETRACTS (8 letters). All three words mean to take back or withdraw a statement or opinion, but they have slightly different nuances. DENIES implies a strong refusal to accept something, while RECANTS implies a regretful admission of wrong-doing or error. RETRACTS implies a formal withdrawal of a statement or opinion.