v. Function: verb
to make inoperative or ineffective usually by means of an opposite force, influence, or effect FF1C; attacked by the kind of propaganda that is difficult to neutralize FF1E;
Synonyms: annul, cancel (out), counteract, countercheck, frustrate, negate, negative, redress
Related Words: balance, compensate, counterbalance, counterpoise, countervail, offset; abrogate, invalidate, nullify; conquer, defeat, overcome, subdue; override, overrule
Contrasted Words: activate, animate, dynamize, vitalize