Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
devest
verb
/dɪˈvɛst/
Definition
To strip away or remove.
Examples
- The company decided to devest its non-core assets to focus on its main business.
- After the merger, they planned to devest several subsidiaries that were not performing well.
- When the athlete was injured, the rigorous training program attempted to devest him of his competitive edge.
Meaning
The action of taking something away or depriving someone of a possession, usually in a sudden or forceful manner.
Synonyms
- strip
- remove
- dispossess
- deprive
- surrender
