Synonyms for

Canceling

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

Definition

Canceling means to decide that something will not happen or be done.

Synonyms & similar words

scratch scrub offset invalidate setoff delete strikedown calloff cancel abandoning scrapping withdrawing halting stoping annulling revoking rescinding repealing nullifying voiding quashing abolishing eliminating erasing obliterating deleting

Synonyms by register

Formal

annulling rescinding nullifying invalidating voiding

Informal

calling off scrubbing ditching undoing axing

Literary

obliterating effacing erasing

Antonyms

continuing validating affirming confirming approving supporting upholding

Common collocations

  • canceling plans
  • canceling debt
  • canceling an order
  • canceling a subscription
  • canceling out
  • canceling a flight
  • canceling a contract

Word family

noun cancellation
verb cancel
adjective cancelable

Usage note

The term 'canceling' has gained a modern, informal usage referring to withdrawing support or public condemnation of someone, often on social media. This is distinct from its more traditional meanings of annulling or calling off an event or agreement.

Example sentences

  1. I am canceling my flight because of the bad weather.
  2. The concert was canceled due to the pandemic.
  3. We had to cancel the party because nobody could come.
  4. The teacher had to cancel class because of a power outage.
  5. I'm sorry, I have to cancel our meeting today.

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