obelize

/ɒbˈlaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to abolish or annul something

“The new government decided to obelize the outdated laws.”

2. verb

to formally declare something to be null and void, especially in a church context

“The bishop decided to obelize the marriage, citing it as invalid.”

3. verb

to deprive of an ecclesiastical status or privileges

“The monastery was obelized by the Vatican, losing its official status.”

Synonyms

  • abolish
  • cancel
  • nullify

Antonyms

  • establish
  • ratify