Vocabulary Entry

disfranchisement

|noun • verb

noun

The state of being deprived of a right or privilege, especially the right to vote.

Example Sentences

"The new laws led to widespread disfranchisement of minority voters."

"He campaigned against disfranchisement, advocating for equal voting rights."

"The history of disfranchisement in the region is a topic of significant discussion."

verb

Example Sentences

"The legislation aims to disfranchise those who cannot provide proper identification."

"Activists worked tirelessly to ensure that no group would be disfranchised."

"Disfranchising citizens is often considered a violation of their democratic rights."