Meaning of the word vitiate in English
What does vitiate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
vitiate
US /ˈvɪʃ.i.eɪt/
UK /ˈvɪʃ.i.eɪt/
Verb
1.
to spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of something
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The corrupt official tried to vitiate the entire legal process.
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Poor communication can vitiate the effectiveness of a team.
2.
to make legally invalid or ineffective
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The judge ruled that the contract was vitiated by fraud.
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Any attempt to alter the document will vitiate its authenticity.