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Nullifying: meaning, definitions and examples

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nullifying

 

[ ˈnʌlɪfaɪɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

legal context

Nullifying refers to the act of making something invalid or void. In legal terms, it typically involves rendering a decision, contract, or agreement ineffective. The intent is to ensure that the original effect or force of the item in question is eliminated.

Synonyms

annulling, cancelling, repealing, voiding

Examples of usage

  • The court is nullifying the previous ruling.
  • They sought to nullify the contract due to misrepresentation.
  • The amendment nullified the outdated policy.
  • This action will nullify the effects of the previous decision.

Translations

Translations of the word "nullifying" in other languages:

🇵🇹 anulando

🇮🇳 शून्य करना

🇩🇪 nichtig machend

🇮🇩 menghapuskan

🇺🇦 анулювання

🇵🇱 unieważniając

🇯🇵 無効化する

🇫🇷 annulant

🇪🇸 anulando

🇹🇷 geçersiz kılma

🇰🇷 무효화하는

🇸🇦 إلغاء

🇨🇿 neplatný

🇸🇰 neplatný

🇨🇳 使无效

🇸🇮 razveljavljajoč

🇮🇸 óvirkandi

🇰🇿 жою

🇬🇪 აუქმებს

🇦🇿 lazımlı

🇲🇽 anulando

Etymology

The term 'nullify' originates from the Latin word 'nullificare', which means 'to make nothing'. This is formed from 'nullus', meaning 'none' or 'not any', and 'facere', meaning 'to make' or 'to do'. It entered the English language in the late 15th century, reflecting the legal and philosophical contexts in which it was first used. Historically, nullification has been a significant principle in the governance and law, particularly in constitutional discussions where certain laws are considered void if they contravene higher laws or principles. The idea has also been involved in political discourse, notably during debates over states' rights in the United States when states attempted to nullify federal laws. Over time, the term has expanded to broader implications in various fields such as contract law, international relations, and social agreements.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,386, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.