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overturn vs repeal

repeal vs overturn

overturn and repeal both are nouns.

overturn and repeal both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
overturn Yes No Yes No
repeal Yes No Yes No
As verbs, overturn and repeal are synonyms defined as:
  • overturn and repeal: cancel officially
Other synonyms of overturn include annul, countermand, lift, rescind, reverse, revoke, vacate.
overturn (noun) repeal (noun)
the act of upsetting something the act of abrogating; an official or legal cancellation
an improbable and unexpected victory
overturn (verb) repeal (verb)
change radically cancel officially
rule against
cancel officially
turn from an upright or normal position
cause to overturn from an upright or normal position
cause the downfall of; of rulers
Difference between overturn and repeal

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