overthrow

Definition of overthrow

Verbs

cause the downfall of; of rulers
"The Czar was overthrown"
Synonyms:
bring down, overturn, subvert
Types:
revolutionize
overthrow by a revolution, of governments
Type of:
depose, force out
force to leave (an office)
rule against
Synonyms:
override, overrule, overturn, reverse
Type of:
decree, rule
decide with authority

Nouns

the termination of a ruler or institution (especially by force)
Types:
subversion, subversive activity
the act of subverting; as overthrowing or destroying a legally constituted government
Type of:
conclusion, ending, termination
the act of ending something
the act of disturbing the mind or body
"she was unprepared for this sudden overthrow of their normal way of living"
Synonyms:
derangement, upset
Type of:
disturbance
the act of disturbing something or someone; setting something in motion

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