nullified
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈnʌlɪfaɪd/
KK: /nʌlɪfaɪd/
adjective
Definition
Something that has been made invalid or without legal force.
Example
The contract was nullified after the discovery of fraud.
Conversation
Did you hear about the update on the app we use?
Yeah, I heard they nullified a few features that weren't working well.
That's kind of disappointing; I liked those features.
I know, right? But hopefully, it'll be better once they fix everything.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
void
invalid
canceled
Antonyms
valid
effective
active
verb
Definition
To make something invalid or void; to cancel or invalidate an effect or decision.
Example
The new law nullified the previous regulations.
Tense Forms
Past: nullified
Past Participle: nullified
Conversation
Did you hear they nullified that new policy at work?
Really? I thought it was going to stay in place for a while.
Yeah, it seemed like a big deal, but they decided it wasn't necessary.
Root Explanation
Nullified → It is formed from "nullus" (meaning none or not) and the suffix "-fy" (meaning to make). The word "nullified" means to make something void or of no value, effectively rendering it as none.
Memory Tip
Think of 'none' ('nullus') being made to 'make' ('-fy') something void — that's why nullified means to make something void or invalid.
Visually Confused Words
unnullified
unmollified