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Meaning of disqualified
The primary meaning of the word "disqualified" is to be or become ineligible.
Etymology of disqualified
The word "disqualified" originates from the Latin words "dis" meaning "not" or "opposite of" and "qualificare" meaning "to qualify".
It entered the English language in the 15th century and has been used since then to describe individuals or things that are deemed unfit or ineligible.
Synonyms
ineligible
unqualified
unfit
barred
excluded
rejected
eliminated
removed
suspended
banned
prohibited
restricted
invalidated
nullified
voided
disallowed
denied
refused
rejected
expelled
ousted
deported
banished
exiled
unseated
dethroned
depposed
incapacitated
disabled
hindered
obstructed
impeded
Definitions
- Oxford Languages defines "disqualified" as having been officially declared unfit or ineligible to take part in something, typically due to a fault or mistake.
- * It can also refer to something being officially declared invalid or nullified.
Usage Examples
- The athlete was disqualified from the competition due to a doping scandal.
- * The judge disqualified the lawyer from representing his client due to a conflict of interest.
- * The company's application was disqualified due to a technical error.