disenfranchise

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(dis-en-fran-chise) 4 syllables

Definition

verb. to take away someone's right to vote.

Example Sentence

After the Civil War the South sought to disenfranchise the freed slaves.

More Example Sentences

Some rules can disenfranchise certain groups.

Synonyms

exclude; deprive; deny

Antonyms

enfranchise; empower; allow

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Rhymes

  • franchise

  • enfranchise

  • disenfranchise
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