Definition

A legal process that officially declares a marriage or agreement to be invalid, as if it never existed.

Example

The couple sought an annulment of their marriage after realizing they were not compatible.

Conversation

Did you hear about Jenna's annulment last week?

Yeah, I was surprised; I thought they were doing well.

Apparently, it was a mutual decision, but it still sounds complicated.

For sure, I guess sometimes things just don't work out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Annulment → It is formed from "annullare" (meaning to make null or void) and the suffix "-ment" (indicating the action or process). The word "annulment" refers to the action of declaring something invalid or void, particularly in legal contexts such as marriage.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of making something 'null' or void — that's what annulment means, the process of declaring something invalid.

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