disinvite

verb

dis·​in·​vite (ˌ)dis-in-ˈvīt How to pronounce disinvite (audio)
disinvited; disinviting; disinvites

transitive verb

: to withdraw an invitation to

Examples of disinvite in a Sentence

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Yet, the president has just turned it into drama, inviting and disinviting others. — Tara Suter, The Hill, 15 Feb. 2026 When asked whether Stitt planned to comment about Moore being disinvited, spokespeople for the governor did not say. — Alex Gladden, Oklahoman, 10 Feb. 2026 Here are seven golfers, reporters and fans who have reportedly been banned, disinvited or penalized at the Masters Tournament. — Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 11 Apr. 2026 Instead, the president pressured Polis to do so, lambasting him on social media and disinviting him to a White House meeting with other governors. — Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for disinvite

Word History

First Known Use

1580, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of disinvite was in 1580

Rhymes for disinvite

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“Disinvite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/disinvite. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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