Synonyms for

Repeal

Verb / rɪˈpi:l / / ri:ˈpi:l / Another word for repeal — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To officially cancel or revoke a law or decision.

Synonyms & similar words

vacate countermand annulment rescind overturn revoke lift annul abrogation reverse cancel nullify rescind revoke annul abolish void undo reverse withdraw quash invalidate overturn terminate abolition abrogate recall retract dissolve obliterate

Synonyms by register

Formal

rescind annul revoke nullify

Informal

scrap ditch axe undo

Literary

abrogate quash

Antonyms

enact institute establish introduce pass ratify approve

Common collocations

  • repeal a law
  • repeal legislation
  • repeal the ban
  • repeal the decision
  • repeal the act
  • repeal the treaty
  • repeal the policy

Word family

noun repeal
verb repeal
adjective repealable

Usage note

Primarily used in a legal or political context to refer to the cancellation of a law or statute. Avoid using it for informal agreements or personal decisions.

Example sentences

  1. The governor is expected to sign the bill to repeal the controversial law.
  2. The president cannot repeal a law without the approval of Congress.
  3. The Supreme Court ruled to repeal the ban on same-sex marriage.
  4. The committee voted to repeal the outdated policy.
  5. The mayor promised to repeal the parking fee.

Quotes

  • The first duty of a government is to give education to the people. The second duty is to protect the people's rights. If the first duty is neglected, it will not be possible to fulfill the second. - W. E. B. Du Bois
  • It is not the years in your life but the life in your years that counts. - Adlai Stevenson
  • My wish is to ride the tempest, tame the waves, kill the sharks. I will not resign myself... - Jules Verne

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