revocation

noun

rev·​o·​ca·​tion ˌre-və-ˈkā-shən How to pronounce revocation (audio)
ri-ˌvō-
ˌrē-
Synonyms of revocationnext
: an act or instance of revoking

Examples of revocation in a Sentence

threatened the revocation of his son's driving privileges
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The Department may pursue discipline including reprimand, probation, suspension, revocation, or fines based upon the facts of a case after a full and complete investigation has occurred. Tara Molina, CBS News, 26 Mar. 2026 Kingsgate then sued the Thai government in 2017 for unfair license revocation. ABC News, 24 Mar. 2026 Alongside barring revocation, Alonso also ruled the government couldn’t take any steps to remove Bojovic from his parent’s asylum application. Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026 Where the science calls for stronger protections or tolerance revocations, EPA will act without hesitation and without delay. Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 23 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for revocation

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin revocation-, revocatio, from revocare

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of revocation was in the 15th century

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Cite this Entry

“Revocation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/revocation. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.

Kids Definition

revocation

noun
re·​vo·​ca·​tion
ˌrev-ə-ˈkā-shən
: an act or instance of revoking

Legal Definition

revocation

noun
rev·​o·​ca·​tion ˌre-və-ˈkā-shən How to pronounce revocation (audio)
: an act or instance of revoking
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