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disaffect
verb dis·af·fect \ˌdis-ə-ˈfekt\
Definition of DISAFFECT
transitive verb
: to alienate the affection or loyalty of; also : to fill with discontent and unrest
— dis·af·fec·tion \-ˈfek-shən\ noun
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First Known Use of DISAFFECT
1635
Synonym Discussion of DISAFFECT
estrange, alienate, disaffect mean to cause one to break a bond of affection or loyalty. estrange implies the development of indifference or hostility with consequent separation or divorcement <his estranged wife>. alienate may or may not suggest separation but always implies loss of affection or interest <managed to alienate all his coworkers>. disaffect refers especially to those from whom loyalty is expected and stresses the effects (as rebellion or discontent) of alienation without actual separation <troops disaffected by hunger>.
Rhymes with DISAFFECT
acrolect, architect, birth defect, circumspect, deselect, dialect, disconnect, disinfect, disrespect, edge effect, genuflect, grapholect, incorrect, indirect, in effect, intellect, interject, intersect, introject, introspect, lake effect, misdirect, preselect, re-collect, recollect, redirect, reelect, resurrect, retrospect, self-respect, side effect, turtlenecked, vivisect
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