usurp
(u-surp)
2 syllables
Definition
verb. to seize and hold power or authority in an illegal or unjust manner
Example Sentence
The wealthy landowners tried to usurp power from the queen.
Synonyms
take over; accroach; annex; appropriate
Antonyms
give in; relinquish; surrender
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Rhymes
- burp
- chirp
- earp
- serpe
- slurp
- hjerpe
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