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usurp

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usurp

(verb)

Meaning

to take power or control unlawfully

Example

"The ambitious leader sought to usurp the throne from the rightful king."

Synonyms

seizeappropriate

Antonyms

relinquishyield

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'usurpare', meaning to take over.
Related word forms
  • noun: usurpation
  • adjective: usurpative

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