countermand
/ˌkaʊntəˈmɑːnd/ · /ˌkaʊntɚˈmænd/
CEFR level C2Topic GovernmentWord #7262 in the learning path
撤销命令；取消指令
Definitions
v. to officially cancel an earlier order
撤销命令；取消指令
Example
The manager countermanded the order to close the shop.
经理撤销了关闭商店的命令。
Local officials may countermand evacuation orders only when reliable evidence shows that the danger has passed.
地方官员只有在可靠证据表明危险已经解除时，才可撤销疏散命令。
Collocations
- countermand an order
- countermand an instruction
Synonyms
- revoke
- rescind
- cancel
Antonyms
- issue
Usage tip
正式用语，宾语通常是order或instruction。
FAQ
- What does countermand mean?
- to officially cancel an earlier order
- How is countermand pronounced?
- UK /ˌkaʊntəˈmɑːnd/, US /ˌkaʊntɚˈmænd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
