What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
disengage
Example
Please disengage the power supply before opening the device. [disengage: verb]
Example
He decided to disengage from the argument and walk away. [disengage: verb]
Example
I need to disengage from this project and focus on other priorities. [disengage: verb]
uncouple
Example
The train conductor instructed us to uncouple the cars before proceeding. [uncouple: verb]
Example
They decided to uncouple their business partnership due to creative differences. [uncouple: verb]
Example
She chose to uncouple herself from the political party after a disagreement. [uncouple: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Disengage is more commonly used than uncouple in everyday language, and it is more versatile in terms of usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between disengage and uncouple?
Both disengage and uncouple are formal words that are appropriate for professional or academic contexts.
