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overthrow

[ˌəʊvəˈθrəʊ]

overthrow Definition

  • 1remove forcibly from power
  • 2defeat or vanquish (an opponent) utterly

Using overthrow: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "overthrow" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The rebels sought to overthrow the government.

  • Example

    The champion was overthrown by a newcomer.

  • Example

    The company's CEO was overthrown in a boardroom coup.

  • Example

    The revolutionaries succeeded in overthrowing the monarchy.

overthrow Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for overthrow

Antonyms for overthrow

Idioms Using overthrow

  • throw/turn something/someone over

    to abandon or reject something or someone

    Example

    After years of neglect, he finally decided to throw over his old habits and start anew.

  • to disrupt or upset a situation, often unintentionally

    Example

    The sudden resignation of the CEO completely overthrew the apple cart, leaving the company in disarray.

  • to disrupt or upset the equilibrium or stability of something

    Example

    The sudden influx of refugees threatened to overthrow the balance of the local economy.

Phrases with overthrow

  • the removal of a government from power, usually by force

    Example

    The overthrow of the government led to a period of political instability.

  • the disruption or change of the existing state of affairs

    Example

    The social movements aimed at the overthrow of the status quo and the establishment of a new order.

  • the removal of a ruling political system or administration from power

    Example

    The overthrow of the regime was followed by a period of chaos and uncertainty.

Origins of overthrow

from Old English 'oferþrowian', meaning 'to throw over, overturn'

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Summary: overthrow in Brief

The verb 'overthrow' [ˌəʊvəˈθrəʊ] means to remove someone or something from power or to defeat them completely. It can be used in the context of political coups, sports competitions, or other situations where one side is victorious over another. Phrases like 'overthrow of the government' and 'overthrow of the status quo' denote significant changes or disruptions, while idioms like 'overthrow the apple cart' and 'overthrow the balance' suggest unintended consequences.