Definition

Able to be canceled or made invalid, especially in legal contexts such as contracts.

Example

The contract was deemed voidable because one party did not fully understand the terms.

Conversation

I was reading about contracts, and I found out some are voidable.

Really? What does that mean exactly?

It means they can be annulled if certain conditions aren't met.

That makes sense! It's good to know there are options in those situations.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Voidable → It is formed from "void" (from Latin "vacuus", meaning empty or vacant) and "-able" (meaning capable of being). The word "voidable" means capable of being made void or invalid.

Memory Tip

Think of something that can be made 'empty' or 'invalid' — 'void' means empty, and '-able' means capable of.

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