voidable (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈvɔɪdəbl/

Definition

Capable of being avoided or declared invalid; able to be canceled or annulled.

Examples

• The contract was voidable because the buyer was a minor.

• If fraud can be proven, the agreement becomes voidable.

• This clause makes the sale voidable at the seller's discretion.

How to Use voidable

voidable by (prepositional phrase)

Indicates which party has the power to cancel the agreement. — "The lease is voidable by the tenant if the property is not maintained."

voidable at (prepositional phrase)

Specifies the condition or time under which the agreement can be canceled. — "The offer is voidable at the discretion of the issuer."

Synonyms of voidable

Words with a similar meaning to voidable:

• invalid
• revocable
• annullable

Antonyms of voidable

Words with the opposite meaning to voidable:

• valid
• enforceable
• binding

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