Nullify
/ˈnʌl.ɪ.faɪ/
Definitions
- (v.) To legally render a contract, agreement, or legal act void and without effect.
The court nullified the contract due to fraud.
- (v.) To invalidate or cancel a law, decision, or legal proceeding.
The statute was nullified by the supreme court ruling.
Forms
- nullifies
- nullified
- nullifying
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Commentary
Nullify specifically emphasizes the legal act of rendering something legally void, distinct from mere cancellation or suspension.
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