disarm

Definition

  • verb: to take weapons from (someone or something)
  • verb: to deprive of means, reason, or disposition to be hostile
  • synonyms: unarm, disweapon, diswhip

Examples

  • He has a way of 'disarming' [='winning over'] his critics by flattering them.

  • We were 'disarmed' [='charmed, captivated'] by her sense of humor.

  • The government has been unsuccessful at 'disarming' the rebels.

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