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Disengaging: meaning, definitions and examples

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disengaging

 

[ dษชsษชnหˆษกeษชdส’ษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

emotional withdrawal

Disengaging refers to the process of emotionally or physically withdrawing from a situation, relationship, or activity. When individuals disengage, they may lack interest or motivation to participate, leading to disconnection from others. This term is often used in psychological contexts to describe a defense mechanism where people create distance to protect themselves from emotional stress. Disengagement can manifest in various ways, including reduced communication, avoidance, or passive behavior.

Synonyms

detach, disconnect, withdraw

Examples of usage

  • He is disengaging from the group discussions.
  • She found herself disengaging during the meeting.
  • They are disengaging from their former friends.
Context #2 | Verb

task completion

In the context of tasks or responsibilities, disengaging means to remove oneself from involvement or to cease participation in an activity. It often implies a deliberate choice to step back from responsibilities, whether due to a lack of interest or a decision to prioritize other matters. Disengaging in this sense is sometimes necessary for individuals to focus on what they find more meaningful or important.

Synonyms

abandon, discontinue, terminate

Examples of usage

  • She decided to disengage from the project.
  • He disengaged from his duties at work.
  • It's okay to disengage from tasks that don't fulfill you.

Translations

Translations of the word "disengaging" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น desengajamento

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคฒเค— เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Trennung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ melepaskan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒั–ะดะบะปัŽั‡ะตะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ odล‚ฤ…czenie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅˆ‡ๆ–ญ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dรฉsengagement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ desenganche

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ayrฤฑlma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถ„๋ฆฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูุตู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ odpojenรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ odpojenie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่„ฑ็ฆป

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ odklop

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ frรกhvarf

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะถั‹ั€ะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ›แƒแƒกแƒ•แƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ayrฤฑlma

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ desenganche

Word origin

The word 'disengaging' derives from the prefix 'dis-' meaning 'apart' or 'away' and the root word 'engage,' which comes from the Old French 'engager', meaning 'to pledge' or 'to involve oneself'. The notion of 'engagement' originally held a positive connotation, but as 'disengaging' has evolved, it has come to represent a more complex emotional state. This shift in meaning reflects broader social trends where individuals increasingly set personal boundaries and seek to protect their mental health in today's fast-paced environment. The concept of disengaging has been particularly studied in psychology, where it relates to coping mechanisms in stressful or toxic relationships, whether personal or professional. Its usage spans various fields, including education, therapy, and organizational behavior, as researchers explore the implications of disengagement on overall wellbeing and productivity.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,558, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.