Definitions

1. noun

the act of selling or disposing of an investment or asset, typically in order to raise capital or reduce financial risk.

“The university’s decision to divest from fossil fuels sparked a heated debate among students and faculty members.”

2. noun

the process of removing or eliminating something, especially a social or economic influence.

“The government’s efforts to divest the city from corruption have been ongoing for years.”

3. noun

a reduction in size, scale, or intensity.

“The company’s divestment in the project led to a significant reduction in its workforce.”

4. verb

to remove or eliminate something, especially a social or economic influence.

“The government is divesting the city from its dependence on foreign aid.”