How do you pronounce overthrow?

overthrow is pronounced as /ˌoʊvərˈθroʊ/.

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overthrow

⚔️overthrow

verb

/ˌoʊvərˈθroʊ/

overtake overtone

Meaning

To remove a leader or government from power, often by force.

Example Sentences

The rebels planned to overthrow the corrupt regime.

Example Expressions

overthrow the government

Synonyms

topple, oust, depose, remove, defeat

Antonyms

establish, uphold, maintain

Collocations

overthrow a dictator, overthrow a government, attempt to overthrow

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