Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
negate-the-effect
Phrase
nɪˈɡeɪt ði ɪˈfɛkt
Definition
To nullify or counteract the impact or influence of something, making it ineffective or void.
Examples
- Using a strong counterargument can often negate the effect of a weak point made by the opposition.
- The new policies aim to negate the effect of previous regulations that were deemed counterproductive.
Meaning
It refers to the action of rendering an effect meaningless or cancelling it out completely.
Synonyms
- counteract
- neutralize
- invalidate
- cancel out
- nullify
