Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nullification
noun
/ˌnʌl.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
Definition
The act of nullifying or making something void.
Examples
- The nullification of the law led to significant changes in policy.
- Some states attempted a nullification of federal laws.
- The court’s ruling resulted in the nullification of the previous agreement.
Meaning
Nullification refers to the process by which something is declared legally null and ineffective.
Synonyms
- Cancellation
- Abolition
- Nullity
- Voidance