Meaning of the word usurpation in English
What does usurpation mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
usurpation
US /ˌjuː.sɝːˈpeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌjuː.zɜːˈpeɪ.ʃən/
Noun
the act of taking someone else's power, position, or property by force or illegally
Example:
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The general's usurpation of power led to a civil war.
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The company faced accusations of usurpation of intellectual property.