Rule Out

Synonyms of rule out

• dismiss
• eliminate
• exclude

Antonyms of rule out

• include
• allow
• consider

Collocations of rule out

possibility

Frequency: 70 %

We cannot rule out the possibility of a storm occurring tomorrow.

option

Frequency: 60 %

Let's not rule out the option of taking a different route.

chance

Frequency: 50 %

There is a slim chance that he will rule out the proposal.

scenario

Frequency: 45 %

We need to rule out every possible scenario before making a decision.

outcome

Frequency: 40 %

It's difficult to rule out the outcome of the experiment at this stage.

Idiomatic Expressions for rule out

• Phrase: rule something out
  Meaning: to decide or declare that something is not possible or will not happen
  Usage: The doctor ruled out surgery as a treatment option for the patient.