How can a will be revoked according to action?

A will can be revoked through specific actions that demonstrate the testator's intention to invalidate the document. One clear method is through physical destruction or defacing of the will, which must be done at the testator's direction. This can involve tearing, burning, or otherwise damaging the will in a way that shows the testator no longer wishes for it to be valid.

In this scenario, physical destruction or defacing signifies a clear and deliberate action taken by the testator to revoke the will. This act must be intentional and executed in a manner that reflects the testator’s desire to nullify the previous testamentary document.

The other choices present various misunderstandings about how revocation occurs. Adding new terms without a clear indication does not constitute revocation—as it could be seen as merely amending the will rather than invalidating it. Verbal notifications to beneficiaries do not hold legal weight in terms of revoking a will, as tangible actions are required to demonstrate intent. Moreover, involving a lawyer without the testator's consent does not have any bearing on revoking a will, as the act of revocation must come from the testator's own volition and expressed intent rather than external pressure or influence.

Thus, the action of physically destroying the