Disfranchise is preferred in American usage.
Difference between Discriminate and Distinguish
Discriminate means to perceive differences and use that perception to make a judgment. The players could not discriminate between a good golf hole and a bad one. Distinguish means to recognize qualities or features of a thing that make it different from others. The groundskeeper could easily distinguish bent grass and Kentucky blue grass.
Difference between Discrepancy and Disparity
Discrepancy is a difference between facts or claims. The appraised value and the asking price show a discrepancy. Disparity means inequality or incongruity. We found a big disparity between their ideals and their actions.
Difference between Discreet and Discrete
Discreet means to be careful about what one does or says. If you ask for a raise, be discreet; I don’t want Jim to know. Discrete means separate or distinct. The conversion process consists of five discrete steps.
Discovered Missing
This is a contradiction. Just say missing.
Difference between Discover and Invent
Discover means to find something already in existence, but unknown. While on the expedition, Pete discovered a few new species. Invent means to create something new. Edison invented many useful devices for society.
Difference between Discomfit and Discomfort
Discomfit means to frustrate, disconcert, or baffle. Their questionable comments may discomfit the employees. Discomfort means pain, uneasiness, or distress. Helen’s sprained wrist gave her discomfort during the match.
Difference between Disc and Disk
Disc refers to optical media (audio CDs, DVDs, cushions in one’s spine). Disk refers to magnetic media (floppy disk, hard drives).
Difference between Disburse and Disperse
Disburse means to pay out or expend. Accounting should disburse the travel compensation next week. Disperse means to scatter something. The road crew will disperse the road salt before rush hour.
Difference between Disassociate and Dissociate
Either spelling is acceptable, though dissociate is preferred. He tried to dissociate himself from their questionable activities.
Difference between Disassemble and Dissemble
Disassemble means to take something apart. To disassemble the hardware, follow the instructions. Dissemble means to disguise or conceal behind a false appearance. The man attempted to dissemble his guilt with laughter.
Difference between Disapprove and Disprove
Disapprove means to withhold approval of something. Do you disapprove of the way Lou is handling his job? Disprove means to prove the falsity of something. Even if you disprove Jim’s claim, he may file again.