quash (Meaning)
quash (v)
put down by force or intimidation
declare invalid
quash (n.)
Same as Squash.
quash (v. t.)
To abate, annul, overthrow, or make void; as, to quash an indictment.
To beat down, or beat in pieces; to dash forcibly; to crush.
To crush; to subdue; to suppress or extinguish summarily and completely; as, to quash a rebellion.
quash (v. i.)
To be shaken, or dashed about, with noise.
Synonyms & Antonyms of quash
FAQs About the word quash
put down by force or intimidation, declare invalidSame as Squash., To abate, annul, overthrow, or make void; as, to quash an indictment., To beat down, or beat
subdue,quell, suppress, silence, squash, sit on, extinguish, crack down (on), squelch, stifle
assist, aid, aid, help, support,help, support, back, back, assist
The judge decided to quash the subpoena, ruling it irrelevant to the case.
The opposition party attempted to quash the proposed legislation through filibustering tactics.
Despite their efforts, the protesters were unable to quash the controversial decision made by the city council.
The company filed a motion to quash the subpoena for its financial records, citing privacy concerns.
