Synonyms for Divest
Definition of divest
- verb
- take away possessions from someone; "The Nazis stripped the Jews of all their assets"
- deprive of status or authority; "he was divested of his rights and his title"; "They disinvested themselves of their rights"
- reduce or dispose of; cease to hold (an investment); "The company decided to divest"; "the board of trustees divested $20 million in real estate property"; "There was pressure on the university to disinvest in South Africa"
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Writing tips for "divest"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like deprive, dispossess, strip can replace "divest" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Divest" in song lyrics
See how divest is used in real songs:
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"The companies are frontin Pete, why don't they divest"
3rd Bass — No Master Plan No Master Race -
"Forgive me if it's taken too long to divest"
Emanon — More Than You Know