1 : to take (something) away from (someone or something else) : to cause (someone or something) to lose or give up (something) The document does not divest her of her right to use the property.
What is the meaning of the term divest?
divest \dye-VEST\ verb. 1 a : to deprive or dispossess especially of property, authority, or title. b : to undress or strip especially of clothing, ornament, or equipment. c : rid, free. 2 : to take away from a person.
How do you use divest?
Divest in a Sentence ?
- The jury must divest itself from all personal feelings and emotions when weighing the motives of the witnesses.
- Under the new deal, the company agreed to divest itself of half its revenues, so they could distribute it among their creditors.
