Repeal (Noun)
Meaning
The act of abrogating; an official or legal cancellation.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The repeal of the outdated law was met with widespread approval from the public and lawmakers alike.
- The court's decision led to the repeal of the discriminatory policy that had been in place for decades.
- Activists had been fighting for the repeal of the law, which they argued was unconstitutional and unfair.
- The government announced its intention to repeal the tax, citing its negative impact on low-income families.
- The repeal of the treaty marked a significant shift in the country's foreign policy and international relations.