Disaffecting

/ˌdɪsəˈfek.tɪŋ/ verb

Definition

Causing someone to lose loyalty or become dissatisfied; undermining someone's contentment or loyalty.

Etymology

Present participle of disaffect. This form emphasizes the ongoing or active process of causing disaffection.

Kelly Says

The -ing form transforms disaffect from a description of state into a description of action—'disaffecting media' or 'disaffecting policies' suggest active forces eroding loyalty and trust.

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