countermand

/ˈkaʊntərˌmænd/

Definitions

1. verb

to cancel or repeal a previous order, decision, or instruction

“The company was forced to countermand its plans for the new project due to unforeseen financial difficulties.”

2. noun

the act of countermanding a previous order, decision, or instruction

“The countermand of the original plan was a last-minute change that caused confusion among the team members.”

Synonyms

  • cancel
  • rescind
  • revoke

Antonyms

  • affirm
  • ratify