⚖️depose

verb
/dɪˈpoʊz/

Meaning

to remove someone from office or power, especially suddenly and forcefully

Example Sentences

The rebels managed to depose the dictator after years of unrest.

Example Expressions

depose from office

Synonyms

overthrow, oust, remove, dethrone, displace

Antonyms

appoint, elect, install

Collocations

depose a leader, depose from office, depose the king, depose a witness

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