CEFR C1

divest

verb

Meaning

To sell or get rid of something, especially a business, property, or asset, often to reduce costs or simplify operations.

Examples

The government plans to divest state-owned enterprises to increase efficiency.
She divested herself of her jewelry collection to fund her travels.

Synonyms: sell, dispose of, liquidate, relinquish

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divest (C1)

verb

Pronunciation: /daɪˈvɛst/

Definition

To sell or get rid of something, especially a business, property, or asset, often to reduce costs or simplify operations.

Examples

The government plans to divest state-owned enterprises to increase efficiency.
She divested herself of her jewelry collection to fund her travels.
Many investors are divesting from fossil fuel companies due to environmental concerns.

How to Use divest

divest of (prepositional phrase): To remove or take away something from someone. — "The king was divested of his crown."
divest from (prepositional phrase): To sell or remove investments from a particular company or industry. — "Many ethical investors are divesting from tobacco companies."
divest oneself of (reflexive verb): To get rid of something, often a burden or responsibility. — "She divested herself of her worries and enjoyed the vacation."

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