disembarrass

verb

ˌdis-əm-ˈber-əs How to pronounce disembarrass (audio)
Definition of disembarrassnext
as in to free
to set free from entanglement or difficulty still struggling to disembarrass herself of the emotional baggage of a failed relationship

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How does the verb disembarrass differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of disembarrass are disencumber, disentangle, extricate, and untangle. While all these words mean "to free from what binds or holds back," disembarrass suggests a release from something that impedes or hinders.

disembarrassed herself of her advisers

When might disencumber be a better fit than disembarrass?

In some situations, the words disencumber and disembarrass are roughly equivalent. However, disencumber implies a release from something that clogs or weighs down.

an article disencumbered of jargon

How do disentangle and untangle relate to one another, in the sense of disembarrass?

Both disentangle and untangle suggest painstaking separation of a thing from other things.

disentangling fact from fiction
untangle a web of deceit

When is it sensible to use extricate instead of disembarrass?

The words extricate and disembarrass are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, extricate implies the use of care or ingenuity in freeing from a difficult position or situation.

extricated himself from financial difficulties

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for disembarrass
  1. free
  2. save
  3. liberate
  4. redeem
  5. extricate
Verb
  • The raptor stayed on top of her, even as the woman’s partner tried to free her.
    — Joshua Rapp Learn, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 July 2025
  • And, of course, using social media less could also free up more time for parents to spend playing with their kids.
    — Kara Alaimo, CNN Money, 13 July 2025
Definition of free
Verb
  • For more ways to save on your power bill or to see if opting out makes sense for your budget, visit Cyberguy.com/SaveonPower 7) Monitor comfort and performance Keep an eye on how your AC performs during demand events.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 14 July 2025
  • Their bravery and quick action undoubtedly saved many lives.
    — Shane Croucher John Feng, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 July 2025
Definition of save
Verb
  • Women were liberated to work and contribute during the war and then were basically told to get back behind the stove.
    — Jenelle Riley, Variety, 15 July 2025
  • This era saw the launch of a new generation of media stars liberated from any editorial authority that might submit their assertions to a fact check.
    — Clarence Page, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2025
Definition of liberate
Verb
  • Customers ordering online can redeem their Krispy Kreme birthday celebration treat by using the code BDAY at checkout.
    — Rachel Flynn, People.com, 15 July 2025
  • Bet on any of the eight contestants to redeem your reward.
    — Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 July 2025
Definition of redeem
Verb
  • This move reflects a broader trend of extricating the marketing function from the C-suite, as seen with Starbucks and Etsy, who also did away with their CMO positions.
    — Rekha Thomas, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
  • Crews quickly stabilized the car and extricated the lone occupant, according to Cal Fire CZU.
    — Jason Green, Mercury News, 26 June 2025
Definition of extricate
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“Disembarrass.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disembarrass. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.

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