What does dispossession mean?
Dispossession means The act of dispossessing someone of something..
Dispossession
/dɪspəˈzɛʃn̩/ · noun
Meaning
The act of dispossessing someone of something..
Definitions by Sense
- The act of dispossessing someone of something.
- The casting out of an evil spirit that has possessed someone; exorcism.
Example Sentences
At times, the assimilationist paradigm has facilitated the physical dispossession of Native lands and the suppression or eradication of Native institutions, culture, and identity by the political branches of the federal government.
There had been a series of such dispossessions since the beginning of Elizabeth's reign involving many clergy, particularly those of vehement Protestant sympathies.
Synonyms for dispossession
Antonyms for dispossession
Related Words
Word Forms
- dispossessions
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for dispossession?
Common synonyms include eviction, legal ouster.
What is the opposite of dispossession?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use dispossession in a sentence?
At times, the assimilationist paradigm has facilitated the physical dispossession of Native lands and the suppression or eradication of Native institutions, culture, and identity by the political branches of the federal government.
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