Synonyms for nullity


Grammar : Noun
Spell : nuhl-i-tee
Phonetic Transcription : ˈnʌl ɪ ti


Définition of nullity

Origin :
  • 1560s, from French nullité (14c.) or directly from Medieval Latin nullitalis, from Latin nullus "not any" (see null).
  • noun nothing
Example sentences :
  • Will the Ultramontanes admit the nullity of the excommunication?
  • Extract from : « The Memoirs of Louis XIV., His Court and The Regency, Complete » by Duc de Saint-Simon
  • But at least it saved his face and rescued him from nullity—he who was their chief.
  • Extract from : « Scaramouche » by Rafael Sabatini
  • It is no longer necessary to demonstrate the nullity of the notion of race.
  • Extract from : « Introduction to the Study of History » by Charles V. Langlois
  • If my dear father's will be not a nullity, I have power over my fortune.
  • Extract from : « The O'Donoghue » by Charles James Lever
  • He therefore sought from "our" Church a declaration of nullity.
  • Extract from : « Henry VIII. » by A. F. Pollard
  • They abolished the Sabbath, and declared that Christianity was a nullity.
  • Extract from : « Popular Education » by Ira Mayhew
  • He sat there sacrificed to her purity, which felt more like nullity.
  • Extract from : « Sons and Lovers » by David Herbert Lawrence
  • It seemed, this child, like the seal set on her own nullity.
  • Extract from : « The Rainbow » by D. H. (David Herbert) Lawrence
  • He does not override the constitution, and treat it as if it were a nullity.
  • Extract from : « The Doctrines of Predestination, Reprobation, and Election » by Robert Wallace
  • So many words can only serve to disguise the nullity of your projects.
  • Extract from : « Serge Panine, Complete » by Georges Ohnet

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