Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
disempowerment
noun
/dɪsˈɛmpəwərmənt/

Definition
The process of making someone feel less powerful or less confident within a particular context.

Examples
- Many marginalized communities experience disempowerment due to systemic inequalities.
- The recent policy changes led to the disempowerment of local leaders in decision-making processes.
- She spoke about the disempowerment felt by employees when their input is consistently ignored.

Meaning
Disempowerment refers to the loss of power or influence that a person or group experiences, often leading to feelings of helplessness and a lack of control over their circumstances.

Synonyms
- Impotence
- Helplessness
- Marginalization
- Subordination
- Depowerment