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   disaffect

   /ˌdɪsəˈfɛkt/

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   • 1. make (someone) dissatisfied, especially with people in authority or a system of control; alienate: "what these ads do is disaffect the voting public"

   Word Origin early 17th century: from dis- (expressing reversal) + affect2. The original sense was ‘dislike’.

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   What does disaffect mean?

   • The meaning of DISAFFECT is to alienate the affection or loyalty of; also : to fill with discontent and unrest. How to use disaffect in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Disaffect.

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   Where does the verb disaffect come from?

   • The earliest known use of the verb disaffect is in the early 1600s. OED's earliest evidence for disaffect is from 1609, in the writing of Richard Smith, theologian. disaffect is formed within English, by derivation.

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   What does it mean if you feel disaffection?

   • A sense of disaffection or dissatisfaction or concern is your inner self telling you that you are moving away from something of value to you. No one wants to feel disaffected, but to deny and push aside this type of emotion in the service of positivity means you’re choosing not to learn something important.

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   When was disaffect first used?

   • The earliest known use of the verb disaffect is in the early 1600s. OED's earliest evidence for disaffect is from 1609, in the writing of Richard Smith, theologian. disaffect is formed within English, by derivation. Etymons: dis- prefix, affect v.1

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   Disaffect is a verb that means to alienate the affection or loyalty of, or to fill with discontent and unrest. See synonyms, examples, word history, and related entries for disaffect.

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   To cause to lose loyalty or affection; alienate.... Click for English pronunciations, examples sentences, video.

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   Disaffect means to alienate the affection, sympathy, or support of someone or something. Learn how to use this verb in a sentence, its origin, and its synonyms.

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   Aug 30, 2024 · Definitions of disaffect. verb. arouse hostility or indifference in where there had formerly been love, affection, or friendliness. synonyms: alien, alienate, estrange. see more.

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   There are two meanings listed in OED's entry for the verb disaffect. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

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   All you need to know about "DISAFFECT" in one place: definitions, pronunciations, synonyms, grammar insights, collocations, examples, and translations.

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   DISAFFECTED definition: 1. no longer supporting or being satisfied with an organization or idea: 2. Young people who are…. Learn more.