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Disassemble vs. Dissemble
Disassemble
/ˌdɪsəˈsembl/Examples:
He decided to disassemble the computer to fix it.The mechanic had to disassemble the engine to repair the leak.You'll need a special tool to disassemble the furniture safely.
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Dissemble
/dɪˈsembəl/Examples:
She dissembled her true feelings during the negotiation.The spy was trained to dissemble in high-risk situations.He dissembled his intentions to gain their trust.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Disassemble has the word assemble in it, hinting at its association with putting together or taking apart components, like in machinery.
- Dissemble starts with dis-, like in dishonest, giving a clue about concealing or disguising information.
- Remember disassemble for actions involving physical objects, and dissemble involves actions with words or intentions.
- Disassemble has an extra a, which stands for apart, indicating physically taking something apart.
- Think of dissemble as having an element of disguise, as both involve hiding true intentions or facts.
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