rescind
/rɪˈsɪnd/
CEFR level C2Topic GovernmentWord #7280 in the learning path
正式撤销；废除
Definitions
v. Officially cancel a decision, agreement, or rule.
正式撤销；废除
Example
The club rescinded its decision to close the pool.
俱乐部撤销了关闭游泳池的决定。
The council agreed to rescind the parking restrictions after residents raised concerns about access to local shops.
居民对前往当地商店的便利性提出担忧后，地方议会同意撤销停车限制。
Collocations
- rescind a decision
- rescind an offer
- rescind a contract
Word family
- rescission (n.)
Synonyms
- revoke
- cancel
- annul
Usage tip
是正式用语中的动词，通常不表示退款。
FAQ
- What does rescind mean?
- Officially cancel a decision, agreement, or rule.
- How is rescind pronounced?
- UK /rɪˈsɪnd/, US /rɪˈsɪnd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
