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Meaning of disbarred
The primary meaning of the word "disbarred" is to remove a lawyer's license to practice law.
Etymology of disbarred
The word "disbarred" originated in the 15th century from the Old French word "desbarer," which means "to remove from the bar" (the bar referring to the legal profession)
Historically, the term was used to describe the act of removing a lawyer from the practice of law, often as a result of misconduct or unethical behavior
Synonyms
expelled
suspended
banned
barred
ejected
ousted
removed
dismissed
fired
terminated
excluded
prohibited
restricted
debarred
disenfranchised
disfranchised
stripped
deprived
ousted
expelled
removed
eradicated
eliminated
cast out
thrown out
forced out
kicked out
booted out
drummed out
cashiered
dismissed
discharged
Definitions
- Officially remove a lawyer from the profession, typically as a punishment for misconduct or unethical behavior
- * Remove someone from a position of authority or responsibility, typically as a punishment for misconduct or incompetence
Usage Examples
- The lawyer was disbarred for embezzling funds from his clients
- * After being convicted of a felony, the attorney was disbarred and lost his license to practice law
Antonyms
reinstated
restored
reappointed
reelected
reconfirmed
reestablished
renewed
revitalized
revived
readmitted
reaccepted
recognized
accredited
certified
licensed
authorized
empowered
enabled
admitted
approved
allowed
permitted
tolerated