Repeal and Sanction

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Repeal

Repeal verb - To put an end to by formal action.
Usage example: in 1933, Congress passed the 21st Amendment which repealed the Prohibition Amendment of 1919, thus making the sale, distribution, and use of alcohol legal once again
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Sanction is an antonym for repeal in topics: cancellation, declare null and void.
Nearby Words: repealed, repealing

Sanction

Sanction verb - To give official acceptance of as satisfactory.
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Repeal is an antonym for sanction.
Nearby Words: sanctioned, sanctity, sanctioning
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