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单词 disqualify
释义

disqualify

verb

dis·​qual·​i·​fy (ˌ)dis-ˈkwä-lə-ˌfī How to pronounce disqualify (audio)
disqualified; disqualifying; disqualifies

transitive verb

1
: to deprive of the required qualities, properties, or conditions : make unfit
2
: to deprive of a power, right, or privilege
3
: to make ineligible for a prize or for further competition because of violations of the rules

Example Sentences

His poor eyesight disqualified him from becoming a pilot.
Recent Examples on the Web Such a determination would disqualify them from obtaining permanent residency, or a green card. Camilo Montoya-galvez, CBS News, 8 Sep. 2022 Some bylaws or election rules disqualify candidates or directors because of delinquencies. Kelly G. Richardson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Aug. 2022 The sheer number of scandals during his time in office disqualify him. Alex Shephard, The New Republic, 12 Aug. 2022 The limits on sticker prices and income levels could disqualify for the tax credit many models from luxury auto brands as well as EV startups, such as Rivian, which has said most of its vehicles wouldn’t qualify. Mike Colias, WSJ, 8 Aug. 2022 In a properly functioning political system, these facts would surely disqualify Trump from holding any public office again, let alone the Presidency. John Cassidy, The New Yorker, 23 July 2022 Famously, there were then reports in 2019 that Spielberg was allegedly looking to introduce a new Academy Awards rule that would disqualify films that don't exclusively play in theaters for four weeks. Brendan Morrow, The Week, 21 June 2021 Under the legislation, federal authorities would have to check with local law enforcement and review state records to determine if a prospective buyer has a juvenile criminal or mental health history that would disqualify them from purchasing a gun. Emily Cochrane, BostonGlobe.com, 23 June 2022 Some states, including Texas, have moved to outlaw medical intervention for transitioning for younger children, which would disqualify them from meeting the FINA regulations. Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 19 June 2022 See More

Word History

First Known Use

1701, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Kids Definition

disqualify

verb

dis·​qual·​i·​fy dis-ˈkwä-lə-ˌfī How to pronounce disqualify (audio)
disqualified; disqualifying
: to make or declare not fit to have, do, or take part in
The judges disqualified the runner from the race.

Legal Definition

disqualify

transitive verb

dis·​qual·​i·​fy dis-ˈkwä-lə-ˌfī How to pronounce disqualify (audio)
disqualified; disqualifying
1
: to deprive of the required qualities, properties, or conditions
a financial interest in the case that disqualified the judge
2
: to deprive of a right or privilege especially after a hearing
misconduct that disqualified the employee from receiving unemployment benefits

disqualify

verb

as in to invalidate

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • invalidate
  • nullify
  • forbid
  • decertify
  • proscribe
  • disallow
  • delegitimize
  • disenfranchise
  • disempower
  • disable

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • qualify
  • authorize
  • privilege
  • entitle
  • enable
  • approve
  • empower
  • license
  • endorse
  • enfranchise
  • indorse
  • licence
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