Synonyms

rescinded

American

[ri-sin-did] / rɪˈsɪn dɪd /

adjective

revoked, repealed, or canceled, sometimes because invalidated by later action or a higher authority.

The teacher's union has pledged to fight for reinstatement of the rescinded raises.

verb

the simple past tense and past participle of rescind.

Other Word Forms

unrescinded

adjective

Etymology

Origin of rescinded

rescind ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

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Contracts may also be rescinded if they contain unconscionable terms, meaning the agreement is extremely one-sided or harsh — especially in cases involving a serious mistake by one party that makes enforcement unfair.

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

On Monday Starmer’s spokesman said that had the prime minister been aware of the vetting fail, he would have rescinded Mandelson’s appointment immediately.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

Mojave National Preserve officials also rescinded the demand that the company pay damages stemming from the roadwork, the suit states.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

Nearly $54 billion of the $79.4 billion allocated to the IRS by the Inflation Reduction Act has been rescinded.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

My father was running right and left, exhausted, consoling friends, checking with the Jewish Council just in case the order had been rescinded.

From "Night" by Elie Wiesel

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