Revokeable: meaning, definitions and examples

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revokeable

 

[ rɪˈvoʊkəbl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

legal terminology

Revokeable refers to something that can be revoked, retracted, or canceled. In legal terms, it often pertains to rights, permissions, or agreements that can be withdrawn at a certain time or under specific conditions.

Synonyms

cancellable, terminable, withdrawable

Examples of usage

  • The revokeable trust allows the creator to amend its terms.
  • His license is revokeable if he fails to comply with the regulations.
  • The revokeable offer can be accepted or declined before the deadline.

Translations

Translations of the word "revokeable" 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 السحب

🇨🇿 odvolatelný

🇸🇰 odvolateľný

🇨🇳 可撤销的

🇸🇮 preklicni

🇮🇸 afturkræfan

🇰🇿 қайтарылатын

🇬🇪 გადაწყვეტის უფლება

🇦🇿 lazım olan

🇲🇽 revocable

Etymology

The term 'revokeable' is derived from the root verb 'revoke,' which comes from the Latin word 'revocare,' meaning 'to call back' or 'to recall.' The prefix 're-' denotes repetition or reversal, while 'vocare' means 'to call.' The concept of revocation has been present in legal contexts for centuries, reflecting the idea that certain permissions or agreements are not irrevocable and may be changed under defined circumstances. The English language adopted the term during the evolution of legal jargon and continues to use it in discussions surrounding contracts, wills, and other formal agreements.