Vocabulary Entry

overthrow

|verb • noun

verb

To remove or defeat a ruler, government, or system by force or rebellion.

Example Sentences

"The rebels planned to overthrow the dictator."

"In the story, the hero seeks to overthrow the evil king."

"The people's anger led them to overthrow the oppressive regime."

noun

Example Sentences

"The overthrow of the government was swift and unexpected."

"Historians debate the causes of the last major overthrow in the region."

"The overthrow resulted in a new leadership emerging."