What is another word for countermands?

Pronunciation: [kˈa͡ʊntəmˌandz] (IPA)

Countermands are actions or orders that overturn previous decisions. When people want to convey this idea, there are several synonyms that can be used. For instance, the term "cancel" can imply the reversal of an earlier directive or decision. "Rescind" is another synonym that also conveys the connotation of overturning a previous action. The word "revoke" is another similar term that people can use, indicating the invalidation of an earlier decision. Other alternative synonyms include "overturn", "annul", and "quash". Whatever synonym is used, the underlying theme is always the same: the reversal or nullification of a prior command or order.

Usage examples for Countermands

The vengeance urged of desire a reserve countermands; The patience clasped totters hard on the precipice edge.
"The Complete Project Gutenberg Works of George Meredith"
George Meredith
"Yours truly, "''" "Another thing that makes it hard for us," said the furnishing man, "is to have the credit man so infernally long in deciding about a shipment, holding off and holding off, brooding and brooding, waiting and waiting, and wondering and wondering whether they shall ship or whether they shall not, and finally getting the notion to send the goods just about the time a man countermands his order.
"Tales of the Road"
Charles N. Crewdson
"Because-because," said Edith, in a tremulous voice, "there is one here who-who countermands all my orders."
"The Living Link"
James De Mille

Famous quotes with Countermands

  • Because he is a special kind of keeper. A suzerain rules even where there are other rulers. His authority countermands local judgments. — The judge.
    Cormac McCarthy

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