Pronunciations (2)
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/ɪnˌvæl.əˈdeɪ.ʃən/
Pronunciation notes
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/ɪnˌvæl.ɪˈdeɪ.ʃən/
Pronunciation notes
- US
Noun
The act of invalidating, or the state of being invalidated
Usage- Countable
- Uncountable
Noun
(law) a formal termination (of a relationship or a judicial proceeding etc.)
- Synonyms
- Broader terms
when a person's thoughts and feelings are rejected, ignored, or judged.
- Examples
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Invalidation is emotionally upsetting for anyone, but particularly hurtful for someone who is emotionally sensitive.