Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /rɪˈvoʊk/
KK: /rɪˈvoʊk/
Definition
To fail to follow the rules in a game, especially in card games, when you are supposed to do so.
Example
In the last round, he chose to revoke his turn, which surprised everyone.
Tense Forms
Past: revoked
Past Participle: revoked
Conversation

Did you notice how he had to revoke his last move in the card game?

Yeah, I saw that! It was kind of surprising.

I didn't think he would revoke since he was so confident before.

I guess he just wasn't paying attention to the rules.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Definition
Not a valid English word.
Example
Not available
Conversation

Did you see that last round of cards?

Yeah, I noticed you almost had to revoke your move.

I know! I just forgot to follow suit.

It happens, but you really need to pay attention next time.
Definition
To take back or cancel something that was given or allowed, such as a right or permission.
Example
The school decided to revoke his access to the library after he broke the rules.
Tense Forms
Past: revoked
Past Participle: revoked
Conversation

Did you hear they might revoke his driver's license?

Really? I hadn’t heard that. What happened?

He got into another accident, and they’re taking it seriously.
Root Explanation
Revoke → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "vocare" (meaning to call). The word means to call back or withdraw something that was previously granted or said.
Memory Tip
Think of calling something back ('re-' means again and 'vocare' means to call) — that's why revoke means to take back or withdraw.
Visually Confused Words
evoke
reyoke
recoke
evoker
unrevoked
roke
reve
reprovoke