Synonyms for

Disenfranchised

Verb / dɪsɪˈnfræˌntʃaɪzd / Another word for disenfranchised — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Disenfranchised means to be deprived of a right, such as the right to vote.

Synonyms & similar words

disfranchised disenfranchise enfranchised enfranchise disfranchise voiceless voteless disfranchised deprived divested robbed stripped excluded barred prohibited prevented forbidden blocked hindered obstructed restricted constrained restrained oppressed suppressed subjugated marginalized

Example sentences

  1. The new law has disenfranchised many voters.
  2. The students felt disenfranchised when they were not allowed to participate.
  3. The company's policy disenfranchised many of its employees.
  4. Many people feel disenfranchised by the political system.
  5. The group was disenfranchised by the lack of representation in the decision-making process.

Quotes

  • I think it's important to remember that the people who are most disenfranchised are the people who are most vulnerable. - Jacinda Ardern
  • The only way to deal with fear is to face it head on. The best way to deal with disenfranchised people is to empower them. - Karen Bass
  • We need to make sure we're looking out for each other, we need to make sure we're lifting each other up, we need to make sure we're supporting the most disenfranchised. - Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

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