Meaning & use
disqualify
To officially prevent someone from participating or winning because they broke a rule or lack a requirement.
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The runner was disqualified after officials confirmed she had stepped outside her lane.
A prior conviction can disqualify an applicant from certain government security positions.
A note on using this word
Disqualify is common in sports and formal competitions, and in legal or administrative contexts involving eligibility.
Words with a similar meaning
barexclude
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