verb
divest
Divest (verb) means to strip, deprive, or dispossess (someone) of something (such as a right, passion, privilege, or prejudice).
verb
1
To strip, deprive, or dispossess (someone) of something (such as a right, passion, privilege, or prejudice).
2
To sell off or be rid of through sale, especially of a subsidiary.
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Etymology
Alteration of devest, from Middle French devester (“strip of possessions”), from Old French desvestir, from des- (“dis-”) + vestir (“to clothe”).
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of divest?
"divest" (verb) means to strip, deprive, or dispossess (someone) of something (such as a right, passion, privilege, or prejudice).
What are the different meanings of divest?
"divest" has 2 main meanings: 1. To strip, deprive, or dispossess (someone) of something (such as a right, passion, privilege, or prejudice); 2. To sell off or be rid of through sale, especially of a subsidiary.