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disqualify

[dis-kwol-uh-fahy] / dɪsˈkwɒl əˌfaɪ /
VERB
be unfit for; be ineligible
Synonyms
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bar exclude invalidate preclude prohibit rule out suspend
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bate debar disable disenable disfranchise except impair incapacitate nix paralyze unfit weaken
WEAK
disentitle eighty-six not make the cut
Antonyms
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add allow include permit
STRONG
aid assist help mobilize
WEAK
be eligible capacitate fit qualify

Example Sentences

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RMDs can push you into a higher tax bracket, disqualify you from income-sensitive deductions and credits, and trigger higher Medicare premiums.

From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026

This prosecutor’s relationship with a potential witness and victim raises questions about prosecutorial decision-making in the case, Robinson’s legal team said in a motion filed in state court to disqualify the Utah County Attorney’s Office.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026

Should you instantly disqualify anyone with a blemish on their record?

From MarketWatch • Dec. 12, 2025

Referee Jason Herzog elected to call the fight a no-contest, rather than disqualify Gane, 35, for the foul.

From BBC • Nov. 30, 2025

“You may begin the test as soon as you receive it,” said the pencil woman, turning away at last, and Reynie resisted the urge to sigh with relief—even a sigh might disqualify him.

From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart