disqualify

[dis-kwol-uh-fahy]

verb (used with object)

disqualified, disqualifying 

1. to deprive of qualification or fitness; render unfit; incapacitate.

2. to deprive of legal, official, or other rights or privileges; declare ineligible or unqualified.

3. Sports.,  to deprive of the right to participate in or win a contest because of a violation of the rules.

disqualify

/ dɪsˈkwɒlɪˌfaɪ /

verb

1. to make unfit or unqualified

2. to make ineligible, as for entry to an examination

3. to debar (a player or team) from a sporting contest

4. to divest or deprive of rights, powers, or privileges

   disqualified from driving

Other Word Forms

• disqualifiable adjective
• nondisqualifying adjective
• undisqualifiable adjective
• undisqualified adjective
• disqualifier noun
• disqualification noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of disqualify¹

First recorded in 1710–20; dis- ¹ + qualify

Example Sentences

The federal public defender’s office in Los Angeles filed a motion Friday to disqualify acting U.S.

From Los Angeles Times

Both Ferraris were disqualified from the grand prix in Shanghai for technical infringements, having not been on the pace of the McLarens.

From BBC

“Because she is not currently qualified to exercise the functions and duties of the office in an acting capacity, she must be disqualified from participating in any ongoing cases.”

From Salon

Jollibee said it "immediately implemented corrective measures" and disqualified the "invalid major prize winners".

From BBC

Fife Council confirmed he had been disqualified from serving as a councillor, while the Scottish Labour Party expelled Graham when he was convicted.

From BBC

Related Words

• bar 
• exclude 
• invalidate 
• preclude 
• prohibit 
• rule out 
• suspend