Disenfranchise — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /ˌdis-in-ˈfran-ˌchīz/ dis·en·fran·chise

Meaning & Definition of Disenfranchise

Disenfranchise (verb)

  1. to deprive of a franchise, of a legal right, or of some privilege or immunity; especially, to deprive of the right to vote

Disenfranchise (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in disable, disempower

    similar: disable, disempower, disqualify, decertify, disallow, forbid, proscribe, delegitimize, invalidate, nullify
    opposite: authorize, entitle, privilege, qualify, empower, enable, enfranchise, license, approve, endorse

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Disenfranchise

The most common words with a similar meaning to Disenfranchise:

disable, disempower, disqualify, decertify, disallow, forbid, proscribe, delegitimize, invalidate, nullify

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Disenfranchise

Words with the opposite meaning of Disenfranchise:

authorize, entitle, privilege, qualify, empower, enable, enfranchise, license, approve, endorse

Word Forms of Disenfranchise

Inflections: disenfranchised, disenfranchising, disenfranchises

Derived words: disenfranchisement (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Disenfranchise

First known use: 1664

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Disenfranchise

Frequently Asked Questions about Disenfranchise

What does "Disenfranchise" mean?

"Disenfranchise" means to deprive of a franchise, of a legal right, or of some privilege or immunity; especially, to deprive of the right to vote. As a verb, it is defined as: to deprive of a franchise, of a legal right, or of some privilege or immunity; especially, to deprive of the right to vote.

What is another word for "Disenfranchise"?

Other words for "Disenfranchise" include disable, disempower, disqualify, decertify, disallow, forbid, proscribe and delegitimize. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Disenfranchise" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Disenfranchise"?

There are 10 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Disenfranchise". Common alternatives include disable, disempower, disqualify, decertify, disallow, forbid, proscribe, delegitimize, invalidate and nullify.

What is the opposite of "Disenfranchise"?

Antonyms of "Disenfranchise" include authorize, entitle, privilege, qualify, empower, enable, enfranchise and license.

Is "Disenfranchise" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Disenfranchise" is a verb.

Is "Disenfranchise" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C2-level word, "Disenfranchise" is typical of Cambridge C2 Proficiency (CPE), IELTS band 8.5–9.0, TOEFL iBT 114–120, PTE Academic 85–90. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Disenfranchise"?

"Disenfranchise" is pronounced /ˌdis-in-ˈfran-ˌchīz/ and divided into syllables as dis·en·fran·chise.

What is the origin of the word "Disenfranchise"?

First known use: 1664.