Overthrow

usgb/ˌəʊvərˈθrəʊ/
verb

To remove or force out someone from power or a position.

The government was overthrown in a military coup.
Visual representation of "overthrow" - To remove or force out someone from power or a position

Often appears as...

  • overthrow a government
  • overthrow a leader
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Political Change

Use 'overthrow' when discussing sudden and usually forceful changes in leadership or government.

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Rebels plan to overthrow the current regime by year's end.
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Connotation of Conflict

'Overthrow' implies a struggle or fight to remove someone from power, often involving conflict.

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The citizens united to overthrow the tyrant.
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Not Peaceful

Different from peaceful transitions, 'overthrow' suggests a less orderly, more aggressive action.

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The rebellion aimed to overthrow the corrupt leadership.
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