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invalidation

noun

(law) a formal termination (of a relationship or a judicial proceeding etc.)

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Word length
12
Starts with
I
Ends with
N
Contains
NV
Scrabble score
16
CEFR level
B2

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noun

  1. (law) a formal termination (of a relationship or a judicial proceeding etc.)

noun

  1. When a person's thoughts and feelings are rejected, ignored, or judged.

    “Invalidation is emotionally upsetting for anyone, but particularly hurtful for someone who is emotionally sensitive.”

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Invalidation is emotionally upsetting for anyone, but particularly hurtful for someone who is emotionally sensitive.

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