uncontract

/ˌʌnˈkɒnˌtrækt/

Definitions

1. verb

to cancel or end a contract or agreement

“The government uncontracted with the failing company to find a new, more reliable partner.”

2. noun

the act of canceling or ending a contract or agreement

“The uncontract caused significant financial losses for the company involved.”

3. verb

to reduce or decrease the size or extent of something, especially a military force

“The country uncontracted its military presence in the region to reduce tensions.”

Synonyms

  • abolish
  • cancel
  • revoke
  • terminate

Antonyms

  • enforce
  • establish
  • initiate
  • ratify