disqualification
1 synonym for disqualification, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of disqualifying someone, or the state of being disqualified.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
fouling out
How to use disqualification
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
face disqualification
grounds for disqualification
automatic disqualification
It is a formal word, common in legal, sporting and competition contexts.
Etymology
The word is made up of the prefix dis-, which reverses a meaning, added to qualification, so it describes the reversal of being qualified.
Full origin of disqualification →Frequently asked questions
What does disqualification mean?
It means being ruled unfit or ineligible, or the act of making someone unfit for a role, competition or purpose.
What causes a disqualification in basketball?
A player is disqualified in basketball once they build up too many personal fouls in a game.
Is there another term for basketball disqualification?
Yes, it is also called fouling out.
