How to Pronounce Rescission

To pronounce "rescission", say RESC-iss-ion — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

RESC-iss-ion

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💡 Tip for remembering “rescission”

"rescission" has 3 syllables: resc-iss-ion. It rhymes with derision and provision, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: recision — easy to mix up when writing.

What does rescission mean?

noun

  1. An act of rescinding: removing, taking away, or taking back.
  2. The undoing of a contract; repeal.

Synonyms

rescindmentrescinsion

Words that rhyme with rescission

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

derisionprovisionvisionenvisionprecisionexcisiondivisiondecisionincisionsubdivisionmisprisioncollision

Related words

recissionrescindingrepealingrescindrevocationcancellationannulrepeal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rescission"?▾

"Rescission" has 3 syllables: resc · iss · ion.

What does "rescission" mean?▾

Rescission: An act of rescinding: removing, taking away, or taking back.

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