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delegitimize
This term is primarily used in political, legal, and sociological discourse to describe the strategic erosion of authority. It suggests a deliberate process of stripping away the perceived right to rule or the perceived validity of a claim, often through public criticism or the exposure of flaws.
Because it focuses on the perception of legitimacy rather than a formal legal ruling, it is frequently employed in contexts involving propaganda, diplomatic disputes, or social movements seeking to undermine an established power structure.
Meanings
Examples
The opposition party tried to delegitimize the election results by claiming fraud.
If we can delegitimize their claims now, the board will never approve the merger.
They are attempting to delegitimize the entire movement by associating it with extremists.
I wonder if this new evidence will delegitimize the previous ruling.
The regime used state media to delegitimize any form of peaceful protest.
You cannot simply delegitimize a legal contract because you no longer like the terms.
The goal of the propaganda was to delegitimize the foreign government in the eyes of the public.
He spoke with a tone intended to delegitimize her authority in front of the staff.
The scandal served to delegitimize the administration's claims of transparency.
The scandal served to delegitimize the administration's claims of transparency.