Invalidate
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪnˈvæl.ɪ.deɪt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Invalidate is a verb meaning To make invalid. Especially applied to contract law.
Meaning
To make invalid. Especially applied to contract law.
More Meanings
- To make or declare (an argument, statement, or theory) unsound or erroneous; disprove.
- To render invalid; discredit.
Example Sentences
The circuit court judge's ruling was invalidated by a superior judge.
Telling an angry person to "calm down" can invalidate their feelings.
Word Forms
- invalidates
- invalidating
- invalidated
Synonyms for invalidate
Depending on context, synonyms include disprove, vitiate, negate, extinguish, void, nullify.
Antonyms for invalidate
Common opposites include validate, formalize.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include nullify, avoid, annul, vitiate, quash, void.
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