countermand

verb
/ˌkaʊntərˈmænd/

Meaning

to revoke or cancel an order or command

Example Sentences

The general countermanded the previous orders immediately.

Synonyms

revoke, cancel, rescind, annul

Antonyms

confirm, enforce

Collocations

countermand an order, countermand instructions, countermand a decision

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