Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
annul
verb
/əˈnʌl/
Definition
To declare invalid or nullify something, especially a law, marriage, or agreement.
Examples
- The court decided to annul the marriage due to fraud.
- The government announced plans to annul the controversial policy.
- His actions led to the annulment of the contract.
Meaning
When something is annulled, it is considered to be officially canceled or invalid, as if it never existed.
Synonyms
- invalidate
- cancel
- nullify
- revoke
- void