What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
disenthroned
Example
The king was disenthroned after his tyrannical rule led to a rebellion. [disenthroned: verb]
Example
The CEO was disenthroned after a scandal rocked the company. [disenthroned: past participle]
depose
Example
The dictator was deposed by a military coup. [deposed: verb]
Example
The witness was deposed in a civil lawsuit. [deposed: past participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Depose is more commonly used than disenthroned in everyday language, especially in legal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between disenthroned and depose?
Both disenthroned and depose have formal connotations and are typically used in serious or professional contexts.
