verb
divest
Divest (verb) means to take something away from someone, such as a right or privilege.
verb
1
To take something away from someone, such as a right or privilege.
"You shall never divest me of my right to free speech."
"The report divested the organization of its mystique."
"When I wake up, I make a point to divest myself of all my prejudices, ready to start the day."
2
(business) To get rid of an asset or part of a company by selling it.
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Etymology
An alteration of devest, which came from Middle French devester ("strip of possessions"), from Old French desvestir, itself made up of des- ("dis-") and vestir ("to clothe").
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of divest?
"divest" (verb) means to take something away from someone, such as a right or privilege.
What is another word for divest?
Other words for "divest" include strip, deprive, undress, disinvest.
What is the opposite of divest?
The opposite of "divest" is invest.
What are the different meanings of divest?
"divest" has 2 main meanings: 1. To take something away from someone, such as a right or privilege; 2. (business) To get rid of an asset or part of a company by selling it.
