unintentionally-nullified
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/ˌʌnɪnˈtɛnʃənəli ˈnʌlɪfaɪd/
(nullify)
invalidate
Etymology
Etymology Information
'nullify' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'nullificare,' where 'nullus' meant 'none' and 'facere' meant 'to make.'
Historical Evolution
'nullificare' transformed into the French word 'nullifier,' and eventually became the modern English word 'nullify' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make none or void,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
made invalid or void without intention or purpose.
The contract was unintentionally-nullified due to a clerical error.
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Last updated: 2025/04/30 21:40