delegitimizing

The word “delegitimizing” has 6 syllables: de-le-git-i-miz-ing

It's pronounced as /diːˈlɛdʒəˌtaɪmɪˌzɪŋ/


What is synonym and antonym for delegitimizing?

In the thesaurus, “delegitimizing” has 47 synonyms and 20 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for delegitimizing along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for delegitimizing

  • accredit
  • appoint
  • assign
  • authorize
  • cast
  • charge
  • choose
  • commission
  • consign
  • constitute
  • decertifying
  • depute
  • deputize
  • designate
  • devolve
  • disabling
  • disallowing
  • disempowering
  • disenfranchising
  • disqualifying
  • elect
  • entrust
  • forbidding
  • give
  • give nod
  • hand over
  • hold responsible for
  • invalidating
  • invest
  • license
  • mandate
  • name
  • nominate
  • nullifying
  • ordain
  • parcel out
  • pass on
  • place trust in
  • proscribing
  • relegate
  • select
  • send on errand
  • send on mission
  • shunt
  • swear in
  • transfer
  • warrant

Antonyms for delegitimizing

Meanings of delegitimizing

  • verb
    1. To make something less legitimate.
    2. To make something illegal that was previously legal.

Example Sentences

  • The media campaign was focused on delegitimizing the new policy.
  • Rumors online are delegitimizing the credibility of the organization.
  • Critics are delegitimizing the project without reviewing the facts.
  • Spreading false accusations is delegitimizing the work of honest leaders.
  • The attempt at delegitimizing the election results caused widespread concern.

On this page you'll find 67 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to delegitimizing, such as: accredit, appoint, assign, authorize, authorizing, cast, charge.

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