Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Repeal.
How to pronounce repeal:
US
Repeal - as a noun
The act of abrogating; an official or legal cancellation
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abrogation13annulment11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cancellation16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Repeal - as a verb
Cancel officially
Example: "He revoked the ban on smoking"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
annul5countermand16lift7overturn11rescind10reverse10revoke13vacate11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cancel10strike downHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The government decided to repeal the controversial law."
"The committee voted to repeal the outdated policy."
"The lawmakers are discussing whether to repeal the tax legislation."
"The new administration plans to repeal several regulations."
"There is a strong movement to repeal the ban on same-sex marriage."
Word Game Points
Is REPEAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, repeal is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
REPEAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is REPEAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, repeal is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordREPEAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is REPEAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, repeal is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordREPEAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
