disenfranchising

[US]/dɪsˈɛnfræntʃaɪzɪŋ/
[UK]/dɪsˈɛnfrænˌtʃaɪzɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.depriving someone of the right to vote; depriving someone of citizenship rights; terminating someone's franchise

Phrases & Collocations

disenfranchising voters

disenfranchising groups

disenfranchising citizens

disenfranchising communities

disenfranchising minorities

disenfranchising populations

disenfranchising processes

disenfranchising legislation

disenfranchising tactics

disenfranchising actions

Example Sentences

the new voting laws are disenfranchising many citizens.

disenfranchising certain groups can lead to social unrest.

many activists are fighting against disenfranchising policies.

disenfranchising voters undermines democracy.

the government’s actions are seen as disenfranchising the youth.

disenfranchising minorities is a serious issue in society.

she spoke out against the disenfranchising of the poor.

disenfranchising people based on race is unjust.

many feel that disenfranchising practices are outdated.

efforts to combat disenfranchising measures are increasing.

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