quash
10 synonyms for quash, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To officially cancel or reject a legal decision, charge, or order.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use quash
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
quash a conviction
quash rumors
quash a rebellion
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.
