1. to rid oneself of something, especially property, investments, or business interests
Usage: business/finance
2. to strip or deprive someone of possessions, authority, or rights
Usage: formal
3. to remove clothing or covering from
Usage: formal; literary

Examples

• The company divests its overseas operations to focus on domestic markets.
• Shareholders pressured the firm to divest from fossil fuel investments.
• The court divests the corrupt official of his authority.
• The new law divests landlords of certain rights.
• She slowly divests herself of her winter coat.
• The actor divests himself of his costume after the performance.