Nullity Meaning

/ˈnʌl/
C2

Definition, CEFR level C2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

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nounThe state of being null, or void, or invalid.

nounA void act; a defective proceeding or one expressly declared by statute to be a nullity.

The nullity of the marriage was declared.
Nullity is a legal concept.
The judge declared the contract to be a nullity.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The judge declared the lease a ____ due to a missing date.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The lawyer argued for the ____ of the agreement, claiming it was made under duress.

From Middle French nullité and its etymon Medieval Latin nūllitās, from Latin nūllus. By surface analysis, null + -ity.

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CEFR Practice Quiz
The judge declared the lease a ____ due to a missing date.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The lawyer argued for the ____ of the agreement, claiming it was made under duress.

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