Definitions for nullifies

nullifies nul·li·fy

Spelling: [nuhl-uh-fahy]
IPA: /ˈnʌl əˌfaɪ/

Nullifies is a 9 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 12 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 16 points.

You can make 201 anagrams from letters in nullifies (efiillnsu).

Definitions for nullifies

verb (used with object)

  1. to render or declare legally void or inoperative:
  2. to deprive (something) of value or effectiveness; make futile or of no consequence.

Origin of nullifies

First recorded in 1585-95, nullify is from the Late Latin word nūllificāre to despise. See nulli-, -fy

Examples for nullifies

This nullifies the treaty in all that relates to fugitive slaves guilty of crimes against their masters.

A great dream or ambition in life often obviates personal ailments and nullifies their potency.

Whether this upsets a theory, nullifies a sentimental protest, or merely stands as an exception, I should not dare guess.

Keep making fun of the Citizens United ruling; that needs 365 24/7 attention until Congress passes a law that nullifies it.

But of the smoke which nullifies and destroys all these things, not a word!

Sectarianism in education stultifies and robs the child and nullifies the finest national instincts in education.

On the contrary, warning is given precisely against this treacherous and scandalous restriction which nullifies the commandment.

The present constitution of the state, adopted in 1901, nullifies this fundamental condition.

One sees at a glance the consequences of this theory, which nullifies the legitimacy of the last Bourbons.

This is the opinion of South Carolina; and on the strength of that opinion she nullifies the laws.

Word Value for nullifies
Scrable

12

Words with friends

16

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