divest
divest is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, divest is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofdivest
- To strip, deprive, or dispossess (someone) of something (such as a right, passion, privilege, or prejudice).
Synonyms: deprive, dispossess
Example: "When I wake up, I make a point to divest myself of all my prejudices, ready to start the day."
- To sell off or be rid of through sale, especially of a subsidiary.
Synonyms: "sell off"
Example: "As Glasgow becomes the first university in Europe to divest from fossil fuels."
- To undress.
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