Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
strike-down
verb
/ˈstraɪk daʊn/
Definition
To annul or invalidate a law or decision, especially by judicial means.
Examples
- The Supreme Court decided to strike down the discriminatory law.
- After the appeal, the lower court’s ruling was struck down.
Meaning
To officially declare something to be defective, invalid, or without legal effect.
Synonyms
- Overturn
- Annul
- Invalidate
- Nullify
