invalidate
UK /ɪnˈvæl.ɪ.deɪt/ US /ɪnˈvæl.əˌdeɪt/
verb 3
Definitions
verb
1
To make invalid. Especially applied to contract law.
The circuit court judge's ruling was invalidated by a superior judge.
2
To make or declare (an argument, statement, or theory) unsound or erroneous; disprove.
3
To render invalid; discredit.
Telling an angry person to "calm down" can invalidate their feelings.
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