quash
/kwɒʃ/
Group 28Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (verb)
- To reject or void, especially by legal procedure; to put an end to; suppress GRE
Example in Context
The appeals court quashed the conviction on the grounds that the trial court had improperly admitted evidence obtained without a warrant.
Synonyms
crushsuppressoverturn
Etymology
To shake off or put an end to something — to suppress.
- quassare (Latin) — to shake
Memory Aid
🍂Sounds like “squash”
When you QUASH a rebellious fruit fly by SQUASHING it, you’ve put an end to its buzzing!
Visual Association
🔨A giant hammer smashing down on a pesky bug, illustrating the act of quashing it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “quash” mean on the GRE?
quash (verb) means “To reject or void, especially by legal procedure; to put an end to; suppress”. The appeals court quashed the conviction on the grounds that the trial court had improperly admitted evidence obtained without a warrant.
How to remember “quash” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “quash” sounds like “squash”. When you QUASH a rebellious fruit fly by SQUASHING it, you’ve put an end to its buzzing!
What are synonyms for “quash”?
Common synonyms: crush, suppress, overturn.