Synonyms of countermand

Noun


1. countermand, command, bid, bidding, dictation

usage: a contrary command cancelling or reversing a previous command

Verb


1. revoke, annul, lift, countermand, reverse, repeal, overturn, rescind, vacate, cancel, strike down

usage: cancel officially; "He revoked the ban on smoking"; "lift an embargo"; "vacate a death sentence"

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Definition and meaning of countermand (Dictionary)