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quash Antonyms

Opposite of quash

Because the opposite of quash shifts with each meaning, the 10 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To reject, void, or annul an indictment, subpoena, or legal decision, especially by judicial procedure.

Usage Example

"The appellate judge voted to uphold the lower court's conviction due to procedural errors."

Strongest
uphold
validate
Strong
ratify
confirm
enforce

• verb (Context 2)

To put an end to or suppress a rumor, feeling, or rebellion decisively.

Usage Example

"The company issued an immediate press release to foment rumors of an impending merger."

Strongest
foment
incite
Strong
encourage
spark
foster

Similar words to quash

Words similar to quash shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

suppress
annul
nullify
quell
invalidate
squelch
overturn
void
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• Nearby Words

quartering
quarterlife
quarters
quash
quasi
quavering
quaveringly

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Quash. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/quash
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