Divestures refer to the sale or disposal of assets by a company, typically for financial reasons. Synonyms for this term include liquidation, disposal, sale, and divestment. Liquidation specifically refers to the selling of all assets to pay off debt, while disposal refers to the act of getting rid of or giving away assets. Divestment is a more general term that could refer to the selling of any type of asset, and sale refers to the act of selling in general. Other synonyms could include shedding, relinquishing, or offloading. Regardless of the term used, divesttures can have significant impacts on a company's financial health and market position.