Definitions

dispose

[dih-spohz] / dɪˈspoʊz /

VERB

place, order; deal with

Synonyms

STRONGEST

adapt incline predispose tempt

STRONG

actuate adjust arrange array bend bias condition determine distribute fix govern group induce influence lead locate marshal motivate move organize prepare promote prompt put range rank regulate set settle shepherd stand sway systematize tailor

WEAK

call the tune lay down the law make willing methodize put one's foot down put to rights read the riot act ride herd on set in order

Antonyms

STRONGEST

discourage

STRONG

change comply confuse consent depart derange destroy disarrange disorder disorganize disperse displace dissuade disturb halt hinder ignore leave lose miss mix up neglect obey prevent remove scatter stay stop unsettle upset

WEAK

mismanage

Example Sentences

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There is a precedent for a new agreement to dispose of Iran’s enriched uranium in return for a substantial economic reward.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

They could dispose of them as they wished.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

Following the debt-for-equity exchange, Western Digital is expected to own around 1.7 million Sandisk shares, which it intends to dispose of either via exchanges for its own stock or distributions to its shareholders.

From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026

“How can she treat a relationship like this, and dispose of it once it’s served its purpose?” said Julio Esperias, a Democratic Party activist who volunteered with Raman’s 2024 campaign at Bass’ request.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 15, 2026

“The Dark Lord wishes to dispose of Potter himself....But if he finds out...I must...I must know....”

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling

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