repeal (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: rɪˈpiːl

Definition

To revoke or withdraw a law, act, or constitutional amendment.

Examples

• The parliament voted to repeal the controversial tax legislation.

• Activists campaigned for years to repeal the discriminatory policy.

• After much debate, the old statute was finally repealed.

How to Use repeal

repeal a law/act/amendment (collocation)

To officially cancel a piece of legislation. — "Congress worked to repeal the outdated trade agreement."

demand repeal (collocation)

To strongly ask for a law to be cancelled. — "Protesters gathered to demand the repeal of the new tax."

Synonyms of repeal

Words with a similar meaning to repeal:

• cancel
• revoke
• annul
• rescind

Antonyms of repeal

Words with the opposite meaning to repeal:

• enact
• ratify

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