quash
0 antonyms and opposites of quash, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To officially cancel or reject a legal decision, charge, or order.
How to use quash
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French quasser, from Latin quatere, "to shake," blended with Latin cassare, "to annul."
Full origin of quash →Frequently asked questions
What does “quash” mean?
The word “quash” means to officially cancel or reject a legal decision, charge, or order. In plain terms, to officially cancel something, or to forcefully stop it.
How do you pronounce “quash”?
“Quash” is pronounced kwosh (/kwɑʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “quash” in a sentence?
Here is “quash” used in a sentence: “The appeals court quashed the conviction.”
What part of speech is “quash”?
“Quash” is a verb.
Where does the word “quash” come from?
The word “quash” comes from Latin. From Old French quasser, from Latin quatere, "to shake," blended with Latin cassare, "to annul.".
How many meanings does “quash” have?
“Quash” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to officially cancel or reject a legal decision, charge, or order.