rescind
Rescind (verb) means to officially cancel or revoke something, such as a law, order, or agreement. Example: “The company rescinded its job offer after the background check.”
How to use rescind
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo formally cancel or take back something previously agreed to.
Don't confuse with "resend" (to send again) — they sound similar but are unrelated in meaning.
Word forms
rescinded past tense, rescinds singular
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The company _____ its job offer after the background check.
Etymology
From Latin rescindere, "to cut back, tear off," from re- ("back") plus scindere ("to cut, split").
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “rescind” mean?
The word “rescind” means to officially cancel or revoke something, such as a law, order, or agreement. In plain terms, to formally cancel or take back something previously agreed to.
How do you pronounce “rescind”?
“Rescind” is pronounced rih-SIHND (/ɹɪˈsɪnd/ in IPA).
How do you use “rescind” in a sentence?
Here is “rescind” used in a sentence: “The company rescinded its job offer after the background check.”
What part of speech is “rescind”?
“Rescind” is a verb.
Where does the word “rescind” come from?
The word “rescind” comes from Latin. From Latin rescindere, "to cut back, tear off," from re- ("back") plus scindere ("to cut, split").