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Definition of disempowerment

disempowerment

/ˌdɪsɪmˈpaʊ.ɚ.mənt/
dis · em · pow · er · ment
Adjective:disempowered
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• noun

1

The act of depriving someone of power, authority, or confidence, or the state of feeling powerless and lacking control over one's own life or circumstances.

Example

"Economic inequality and limited access to education often contribute to a sense of social disempowerment."

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• Rhymes for disempowerment

• Nearby Words

disembowelment
disempower
disempowering
disempowerment
disenchant
disenchanted
disenchantment

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Disempowerment. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/disempowerment
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