invalidity (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌɪn.vəˈlɪd.ə.ti/

Definition

The state or quality of being legally or logically unacceptable or unsound.

Examples

• The court's ruling was based on the invalidity of the evidence presented.

• We need to prove the invalidity of the marriage to proceed with the annulment.

• The argument's invalidity became clear when he presented his counter-proof.

How to Use invalidity

invalidity of (prepositional phrase)

Referring to the specific reason or basis for being invalid. — "The invalidity of the argument was its reliance on anecdotal evidence."

Synonyms of invalidity

Words with a similar meaning to invalidity:

• flaw
• defect
• nullity
• invalidity

Antonyms of invalidity

Words with the opposite meaning to invalidity:

• validity
• soundness

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