invalidation

Definitions

The act of proving that an argument, statement, or theory is false or unsound.

The process of depriving something of legal or official force or effectiveness.

The psychological act of rejecting, dismissing, or ignoring someone's feelings or experiences.

Examples

The constant invalidation of his feelings made him feel isolated and unheard.

The court ruled that the invalidation of the contract was necessary due to the discovery of fraudulent signatures.

Synonyms

nullification annulment cancellation negation voiding abrogation disproof

Antonyms

validation confirmation ratification authentication verification endorsement substantiation