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Annulment

Verb / ˈænʌlmʌnt / Another word for annulment — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Annulment is the legal declaration that a marriage is invalid and void, as if it had never taken place.

Synonyms & similar words

invalidation abrogation repeal revocation nullification invalidation cancellation revocation voidance voiding dissolution termination repeal rescission abrogation negation negativing quashing abolition undoing reversal retraction voiding overruling

Example sentences

  1. 1. The judge granted an annulment, declaring the marriage invalid.
  2. 2. She sought an annulment of their marriage due to fraud.
  3. 3. The annulment process can be lengthy and complex.
  4. 4. After the annulment, they were no longer legally married.
  5. 5. An annulment is different from a divorce.

Quotes

  • 1. 'An annulment is a declaration that a marriage never existed.' - Jerry Orbach
  • 2. 'An annulment is like hitting the reset button on a marriage.' - Unknown
  • 3. 'An annulment is a legal way to say, 'It never happened.'' - Unknown

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