Disexercise

/ˌdɪsˈɛksərsaɪz/ verb

Definition

To stop exercising a right, power, or function; to cease the practice or use of something previously exercised.

Etymology

From dis- (meaning to reverse or cease) combined with exercise (to practice or use). This creates a formal verb meaning the opposite of exercising rights or powers.

Kelly Says

Disexercise is a legal and political term for intentionally stepping back from power—when a king chooses not to use his veto power, or a government disexercises control over an industry, they're formally choosing restraint.

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