Grade 10

expropriate

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(ex-pro-pri-ate) 4 syllables

Definition

verb. to take ownership or control of something by right of one's authority

Example Sentence

The state will expropriate acreage for the new interstate.

Synonyms

seize; take over; commandeer; confiscate

Antonyms

return; release

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Rhymes

  • appropriate
  • expropriate

  • misappropriate