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in·val·i·date

invalidate

 
 
pronunciation:
ihn vae lih deIt
features:
Word Combinations (verb), Word Parts
part of speech: transitive verb
inflections: invalidates, invalidating, invalidated
definition: to make invalid; deprive of force or effect.
Unfortunately, the new evidence appears to invalidate our theory.
synonyms:
annul, nullify, quash, rescind, vitiate, void
antonyms:
validate
similar words:
abolish, abrogate, cancel, countermand, destroy, discredit, disprove, negate, negative, remit, repeal, revoke, veto
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derivations: invalidation (n.), invalidator (n.)
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