Meaning of disarming in English

1. Pronunciation

   /dɪsˈɑrmɪŋ/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   disarming

   Definitions

   1. capable of allaying suspicion or hostility and inspiring confidence

   Examples

   • « a disarming smile »

   Synonyms

   • pleasing
2. 2. capable of allaying hostility

   Synonyms

   • unprovocative
   • unprovoking

3. Noun

   disarming

   Definitions

   1. act of reducing or depriving of arms

   Examples

   • « the disarmament of the aggressor nations must be complete »

   Antonyms

   • arming
   • armament
   • equipping
   • arming
   • armament
   • equipping