Definitions

1. verb

to take back or cancel something, especially a decision or a right, because it was made incorrectly or is no longer valid

“The university had to revoke the diploma it had issued to the student due to academic dishonesty.”

2. verb

to refuse to accept or recognize something, especially a document or a right

“The government revoked the license of the company due to environmental concerns.”

3. noun

the act of taking back or canceling something, especially a decision or a right

“The revocation of the contract was a major setback for the company.”

4. noun

a cancellation or withdrawal of something, especially a right or a privilege

“The revocation of the visa was a surprise to the foreign national.”