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divest

The correct spelling is divest.

How to pronounce divest

/daɪˈvɛst/
verb

IPA: /daɪˈvɛst/

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The correct spelling is divest. To strip, deprive, or dispossess (someone) of something (such as a right, passion, privilege, or prejudice). For example: "When I wake up, I make a point to divest myself of all my prejudices, ready to start the day."

Usage Examples

When I wake up, I make a point to divest myself of all my prejudices, ready to start the day.

As Glasgow becomes the first university in Europe to divest from fossil fuels.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To strip, deprive, or dispossess (someone) of something (such as a right, passion, privilege, or prejudice).
  2. 2.To sell off or be rid of through sale, especially of a subsidiary.
  3. 3.To undress.

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