annul | Definition of annul

Synonyms and Antonyms of annul

1 to balance with an equal force so as to make ineffective

unfortunately, his arrogant attitude annuls the many generous favors he does for people

Synonyms of annul

cancel (out), compensate (for), correct, counteract, counterbalance, counterpoise, make up (for), negative, neutralize, offset

Words Related to annul

invalidate, negate, neuter, nullify

outbalance, outweigh, redeem

redress, relieve, remedy

override, overrule

2 to put an end to by formal action

plans to annul their short-lived, ill-advised marriage

Synonyms of annul

abate, abolish, abrogate, avoid, cancel, disannul, dissolve, invalidate, negate, null, nullify, quash, repeal, rescind, roll back, strike down, vacate, void

Words Related to annul

countermand, override, overrule, overturn, veto

abort, call, call off, drop, recall, retract, reverse, revoke, suspend, withdraw

ban, enjoin, forbid, outlaw, prohibit

disallow, dismiss, reject

annihilate, break down, eliminate, eradicate, erase, liquidate, remove, throw out, write off

Phrases Synonymous with annul

do away with, set aside

Near Antonyms of annul

enact, lay down, legislate

establish, found, institute

formalize, legalize, legitimate, legitimize, validate

allow, approve, authorize, clear, endorse (also indorse), permit, sanction, warrant

command, decree, mandate, order, prescribe