quashed

Definitions

To reject or void, especially by legal procedure.

To put an end to or suppress something, such as a rebellion or rumor.

Examples

The judge quashed the subpoena, ruling that it was overly broad and lacked sufficient evidence.

The government quickly quashed the rumors of a potential tax hike to prevent public panic.

Synonyms

suppressed overturned annulled crushed quelled voided extinguished

Antonyms

upheld validated supported encouraged ratified promoted instigated