What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
overthrew
Example
The rebels overthrew the dictator and established a new government. [overthrew: past tense]
Example
The revolution aimed to overthrow the corrupt regime. [overthrow: verb]
toppled
Example
The strong winds toppled the trees in the park. [toppled: past tense]
Example
The protesters toppled the statue of the controversial figure. [toppled: past participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Toppled is more commonly used than overthrew in everyday language, especially outside of political contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between overthrew and toppled?
Overthrew is more formal than toppled and is typically used in more serious or academic contexts, such as political science or history classes.
