Countermand definition and synonyms used in authentic or real context from the book, 601 Words You Need to Know to Pass Your Exam for advanced learners of English. Improve your listening and reading comprehension with the word, countermand.
/ˌkaʊn.təˈmɑːnd/ US /-ţɚˈmænd/ (verb)
Countermand definition
to change or revoke an order or fiat that has already been issued, declare an order invalid, rescind, reverse, abrogate, overrule, repeal, withdraw, undo, to cancel a command, invalidate, retract, veto, annul, negate
Example
Countermand means to cancel, revoke, or reverse an order that has been previously issued. In this way it is used as a verb. As a noun, it refers to the order given that is contrary to the previous order. In the financial world, countermand is usually applicable to payments; it means a customer of a bank or financial institution revoking instructions to pay, or stopping payment to another party. It can happen when a payer stops payment on a check or stops/reverses a transfer of funds. Countermand of payment by the customer then ends the legal duty of the bank or institution to make the payment to the party, as originally specified by the customer.
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