OVERTHROW
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Overthrow.
How to pronounce overthrow:
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Overthrow - as a noun
The termination of a ruler or institution (especially by force)
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
conclusion14ending8termination13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of disturbing the mind or body
Example: "His carelessness could have caused an ecological upset"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
derangement15upset7Overthrow - as a verb
Cause the downfall of; of rulers
Example: "The czar was overthrown"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bring downoverturn11subvert12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
depose9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Rule against
Example: "The republicans were overruled when the house voted on the bill"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
override12overrule11overturn11reverse10Example Sentences
"The rebels plotted to overthrow the government."
"The citizens organized a protest to overthrow the dictator."
"The revolutionaries aimed to overthrow the monarchy and establish a republic."
"The plan was to overthrow the corrupt regime from within."
"The rebel forces launched an offensive to overthrow the oppressive regime."
Word Game Points
Is OVERTHROW a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, overthrow is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
OVERTHROW has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.
Is OVERTHROW a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, overthrow is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordOVERTHROW has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is OVERTHROW a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, overthrow is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordOVERTHROW has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
