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disempowerment

/dɪsɛmpɔwərment/ noun · British & US
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What does disempowerment mean?

noun

The state of being deprived of power or the ability to influence decisions or actions. Disempowerment can occur through various means, such as oppression, marginalization, or lack of education.

Example

"The company's decision to downsize was a form of disempowerment for the employees, who felt their voices were no longer being heard."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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