delegitimize
The word “delegitimize” has 5 syllables: de-le-git-i-mize
It's pronounced as /diːˈlɛdʒəˌtaɪmɪz/
What is synonym and antonym for delegitimize?
In the thesaurus, “delegitimize” has 10 synonyms and 13 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for delegitimize along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for delegitimize
- decertify
- disable
- disallow
- disempower
- disenfranchise
- disqualify
- forbid
- invalidate
- nullify
- proscribe
Antonyms for delegitimize
- authorize
- empower
- enable
- enfranchise
- entitle
- legitimate
- legitimize
- license
- privilege
- qualify
- sanction
- validate
- warrant
Meanings of delegitimize
- verb
- To make something less legitimate.
- To make something illegal that was previously legal.
Example Sentences
- The false accusations were meant to delegitimize the organization.
- Some critics tried to delegitimize the election results.
- The campaign aimed to delegitimize the opposing candidate.
- Spreading misinformation can delegitimize public institutions.
- They refused to let rumors delegitimize their hard work.
On this page you'll find 23 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to delegitimize, such as: authorize, decertify, disable, disallow, disempower, disenfranchise, disqualify.
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