nothingize

/nʌθɪnɪzaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to make something nonexistent or insignificant; to eliminate or nullify.

“The new policy was designed to nothingize the old tax code and simplify the financial system.”

2. verb

to deny or dismiss the importance of something.

“The scientist was accused of nothingizing the environmental impact of the project in order to get funding.”

3. noun

the act of making something nonexistent or insignificant.

“The nothingization of the old factory had a devastating impact on the local community.”

Synonyms

  • dismiss
  • neutralize
  • nullify

Antonyms

  • authenticate
  • validate