disempowerment
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/ˌdɪsɪmˈpaʊərmənt/
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/ˌdɪsɪmˈpaʊəmənt/
(disempower)
deprive of power
Etymology
Etymology Information
'disempowerment' originates from the prefix 'dis-' meaning 'opposite of' and the word 'empower', which comes from Old French 'empowerer', meaning 'to give power'.
Historical Evolution
'disempower' changed from the Old French word 'empowerer' and eventually became the modern English word 'disempower' by adding the prefix 'dis-'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to take away power', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process or state of being deprived of power, authority, or influence.
The disempowerment of marginalized communities is a significant social issue.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45