Nonratify

Nonratify refers to the act of failing to approve or formally consent to something, typically a treaty, contract, or agreement, after it has been signed or negotiated. Ratification is the formal process by which a state or other authorized body gives its final approval to an international treaty or agreement. If a party that has signed a treaty subsequently decides not to ratify it, they are essentially withdrawing their consent and are not bound by its provisions. This can occur for various reasons, including political opposition, changes in government policy, or concerns about the treaty's implications. The term can also be applied in other contexts, such as the nonratification of a proposed amendment to a constitution or the nonratification of a business contract by a board of directors. In essence, nonratify signifies a rejection of the commitment that ratification would entail.