Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: Word: REPEAL

Meaning: The verb repeal means to officially cancel, withdraw, or annul a law, rule, or decision.

Best synonym: revoke — to officially cancel or withdraw.

• Example: The government repealed the old law = The government revoked the old law.

• Why other choices are not correct:

• ratify: means to formally approve or confirm; it is the opposite of cancelling.

• endorse: means to support or approve publicly, not to cancel.

• confirm: means to verify or make certain; it does not mean to withdraw or annul.