revocation

Definitions

The official cancellation or annulment of a decree, decision, or promise.

The act of withdrawing or taking back a privilege, license, or authority.

Examples

The revocation of his driving license followed his third speeding violation within a year.

The board announced the immediate revocation of the company's operating permit due to safety concerns.

Synonyms

cancellation repeal rescission annulment retraction withdrawal abrogation

Antonyms

enactment ratification confirmation validation approval institution establishment