cancellation

noun

can·​cel·​la·​tion ˌkan(t)-sə-ˈlā-shən 

variants or less commonly cancelation

1

: the act or an instance of canceling

The cancellation of the game was due to bad weather.

2

: something (such as a hotel room or a ticket) made available by the canceling of an arrangement

was lucky to get a cancellation for the trip to Chicago

3

: a mark made to cancel something (such as a postage stamp)

Synonyms

• abandonment
• abortion
• calling
• calling off
• dropping
• recall
• recision
• repeal
• rescission
• revocation

Examples of cancellation in a Sentence

The storm caused delays and flight cancellations.

Notice of cancellation should be given 30 days in advance.

There is a fee for cancellation.

Cancellations increased when rates doubled.

Recent Examples on the Web

Those who took out more than $12,000 can get cancellation but on a longer timeline. —Collin Binkley, Fortune, 12 Apr. 2024

The closure will affect tens of thousands of jobs in the state's fishing industry, which was already devastated by last year's cancellation, according to the Golden State Salmon Association. —USA TODAY, 12 Apr. 2024

Who’s next three shows — announced cancellations as well. —Ethan Millman, Rolling Stone, 11 Apr. 2024

Booming Bass and Competent Noise Cancellation With rumbling bass, above-average noise cancellation, and a useful set of accessories, Sony's ULT Wear headphones offer a lot to like for their $199.99 price. —PCMAG, 11 Apr. 2024

If Biden's plan faces a lawsuit, courts could order the administration to halt cancellation until legal questions are sorted out. —Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 9 Apr. 2024

News of its cancellation was first reported on Nov. 9 — followed, later that day, by an anonymous member of the movie’s production team posting a behind-the-scenes reel of the crew’s work on YouTube. —T.m. Brown, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2024

Anker’s wireless earbuds offer a lot of value for your money, with decent noise cancellation, powerful sound, and a host of other convenient perks — including multipoint Bluetooth support and swappable wing tips for a more secure fit. —Sheena Vasani, The Verge, 8 Apr. 2024

Some gyms still require 30 days notice to cancel a membership, while others offer immediate cancellation through their online portal or app. —Laura Daily, Washington Post, 6 Apr. 2024

Word History

Etymology

see cancel entry 1

First Known Use

1535, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

cancellation

noun

can·​cel·​la·​tion ˌkan(t)-sə-ˈlā-shən 

1

: an act of canceling

2

: a mark made to cancel something

Legal Definition

cancellation

noun

can·​cel·​la·​tion

variants also cancelation

1

: the act or an instance of cancelling

2

: a mark made to cancel something (as a check)