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countermand

verb

/ˌkaʊntərˈmænd/

Meaning

to revoke or cancel an order or command

The general countermanded the previous orders immediately.

revoke, cancel, rescind, annul

confirm, enforce

countermand an order, countermand instructions, countermand a decision

To assess or judge the value, quality, or significance of something.

to risk money on the outcome of something; to be confident

To stand or wait around idly without apparent purpose.

to prevent or restrain someone or something from acting freely; to hinder

To spend time making minor adjustments to one's appearance.

To embezzle or steal money, especially public funds.