Revokable: meaning, definitions and examples

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revokable

 

[ rɪˈvoʊkəbl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

legal context

The term 'revokable' refers to something that can be withdrawn, canceled, or repealed. In legal terms, it often describes agreements or contracts that can be annulled or modified by a party involved. Revokable permissions indicate that the grantor retains the right to remove access or rights at any time. This quality is essential in various legal frameworks where flexibility is necessary. Revokable trusts, for example, allow the creator to alter the terms or reclaim assets at any stage.

Synonyms

cancelable, modifiable, retractable

Examples of usage

  • The contract is revokable at any time with proper notice.
  • She set up a revokable trust to manage her assets.
  • The revokable license can be stopped by the issuing authority.

Translations

Translations of the word "revokable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 revogável

🇮🇳 रद्द करने योग्य

🇩🇪 widerrufbar

🇮🇩 dapat dicabut

🇺🇦 відкличний

🇵🇱 odwołalny

🇯🇵 取り消し可能な

🇫🇷 révocable

🇪🇸 revocable

🇹🇷 iptal edilebilir

🇰🇷 철회 가능한

🇸🇦 قابل الإلغاء

🇨🇿 odvolatelný

🇸🇰 odvolateľný

🇨🇳 可撤销的

🇸🇮 preklicen

🇮🇸 aftakanlegur

🇰🇿 қайтарып алынатын

🇬🇪 აღდგენა შესაძლებელი

🇦🇿 lazım olduqda ləğv edilə bilən

🇲🇽 revocable

Etymology

The word 'revokable' originates from the Latin root 'revocabilis,' where 're-' means 'back' and 'vocare' means 'to call.' This etymology suggests a return to a previous state or a calling back of something that was granted or given. The term made its way into legal vernacular through Middle English and has been used historically in contexts pertaining to contracts, permissions, and trusts. The use of 'revokable' became prominent as legal systems evolved to provide mechanisms for individuals to manage their rights and obligations. In modern times, the term has broadened beyond strict legal use and is found in various contexts involving any form of cancellable agreement or permission.