rescind

What does “rescind” mean?

verb.to revoke, cancel, or repeal (a law, order, or agreement).

SAT Usage

the term often appears in contexts involving legal, political, or contractual themes, emphasizing the formal removal of authority or obligation. It implies a significant reversal of decisions or agreements, distinguishing it from words like "modify," which suggests alteration rather than complete cancellation.

Common Confusions

Rescind implies a formal and complete cancellation of an agreement, while amend usually suggests a partial change or improvement to an existing document or law.

Example Sentences

• The board voted to rescind its earlier approval.

• The company decided to rescind the job offer after discovering discrepancies in the candidate's resume, prioritizing honesty and transparency in their hiring process.

Word Parts: How to Remember “rescind”

Break “rescind” into its parts: re- (again, back). Knowing roots like these helps you decode unfamiliar SAT vocabulary.

• Prefix: re- again, back (Latin)