invalidate

Meanings

• Verb

  Make (something) no longer valid or in effect.

• Verb

  Render (a decision or contract) void or ineffective.

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Antonyms

validate

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Synonyms

vitiate

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with invalidate
validate , create , fate , mate

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Variants

List of all variants of invalidate that leads to same result
invalidate , invalidated , invalidates , invalidating , invalidation , invalidations , invalidator , invalidators

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Etymology

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Originated in the late 15th century from the Latin word 'invalidus' meaning 'not valid' or 'invalided'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'invalidate' is often used in the context of elections when votes are found to be fraudulent or otherwise invalid.

2. In mathematics, an 'invalid argument' is one that does not follow the rules of logic.

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Related Concepts

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1. Void: The state of being invalid or unenforceable.

2. Revoke: To officially withdraw or cancel a previous decision or action.

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Culture

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In literature, 'invalidate' has been used to describe the act of rendering something, such as a will or contract, void. In art, the concept of invalidating or challenging the status quo is a common theme.

How to Memorize "invalidate"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a contract being torn up or a decision being crossed out.

2. associate
   

   - Think of the word 'invalidate' as meaning 'make ineffective' or 'make void'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the phrase 'invalid-ate' to help remember the meaning.

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