Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
repeal
verb
/rɪˈpiːl/
Definition
The act of revoking or annulling a law or congressional act.
Examples
- The government decided to repeal the outdated regulation.
- After much debate, Congress voted to repeal the controversial tax law.
- Citizens rallied to repeal the law that limited their freedoms.
Meaning
To officially cancel or invalidate a law or rule.
Synonyms
- revoke
- annul
- cancel
- abolish
- invalidate
