Usurp

ENZH

What Does Usurp Mean?

  • 篡夺
  • 夺取
  • 侵占

Usurp Pronunciation

/juːˈzɜːrp/

Usurp Definition

verb

Definition

to take a position of power or importance illegally or by force

In ZH

非法或强行夺取权力或重要地位

How to Use Usurp in a Sentence

  • The general attempted to usurp the throne from the king.
  • She tried to usurp the leadership of the committee.
  • Many leaders have usurped power during political turmoil.
  • He was accused of usurping his brother's inheritance.
  • In history, several revolutions have aimed to usurp corrupt governments.