nullify

[ˈnʌlɪfaɪ]

nullify Definition

• 1. to make something legally invalid or ineffective
• 2. to cancel out the effect of something

Using nullify: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nullify" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The judge nullified the contract due to a breach of terms.

• Example

  The new evidence nullified the previous verdict.

• Example

  The medicine nullified the effects of the poison.

• Example

  The goal was nullified due to an offside call.

nullify Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for nullify

• invalidate
• void
• annul
• negate
• neutralize

Antonyms for nullify

• validate
• confirm
• ratify

Phrases with nullify

• null and void

  completely invalid and having no legal force

  Example

  The contract was declared null and void due to fraudulent activity.

• nullify an election

  to declare an election invalid and void, usually due to fraud or irregularities

  Example

  The opposition party demanded that the election be nullified due to widespread voter suppression.

• nullify a law

  to repeal or invalidate a law, usually through a legal process

  Example

  The Supreme Court nullified the controversial law on grounds of unconstitutionality.

Origins of nullify

from Latin 'nullus', meaning 'none'

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Summary: nullify in Brief

The verb 'nullify' [ˈnʌlɪfaɪ] means to legally invalidate or cancel out something. It can refer to contracts, verdicts, goals, or the effects of something. The phrase 'null and void' denotes complete invalidity, while 'nullify an election' and 'nullify a law' refer to specific legal processes.