How to Pronounce Divest

To pronounce "divest", say DIV-est — 2 syllables, IPA /daɪˈvɛst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/daɪˈvɛst/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “divest”

"divest" has 2 syllables: div-est. It rhymes with manifest and crest, if that helps it stick.

What does divest mean?

verb

To strip, deprive, or dispossess (someone) of something (such as a right, passion, privilege, or prejudice).
“When I wake up, I make a point to divest myself of all my prejudices, ready to start the day.”
To sell off or be rid of through sale, especially of a subsidiary.
“As Glasgow becomes the first university in Europe to divest from fossil fuels.”

Synonyms

deprive dispossess disrobe undress sell off

Antonyms

dress invest

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Words that rhyme with divest

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manifest crest detest distressed jest impressed acquiesced rest chest arrest bequest request

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "divest"?▾

"Divest" has 2 syllables: div · est.

What is the IPA transcription of "divest"?▾

The IPA transcription of "divest" is /daɪˈvɛst/.

What does "divest" mean?▾

Divest: To strip, deprive, or dispossess (someone) of something (such as a right, passion, privilege, or prejudice).

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