usurp

11 plus vocabulary word for grammar school entrance exams

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Learn the meaning of usurp with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.

usurp

(verb)

Meaning

to take power or control unlawfully

Example

"The ambitious leader sought to usurp the throne from the rightful king."

Synonyms

seizeappropriate

Antonyms

relinquishyield