1. to deprive (a person or group) of the right to vote
Usage: often used in historical or political contexts
2. to deprive (a person or group) of rights, privileges, or power
Usage: broader sense beyond voting

Examples

• The new law threatened to disenfranchise millions of voters.
• Historically, women were disenfranchised in many countries until the 20th century.
• The policy would disenfranchise low-income citizens from accessing essential services.
• Civil rights activists fought against efforts to disenfranchise African American voters.
• The company's decision to disenfranchise small shareholders angered investors.
• Restrictive voting laws have been criticized for attempting to disenfranchise certain communities.