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OVERTHREW

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Overthrew.

Overthrew - as a noun

The termination of a ruler or institution (especially by force)

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
conclusionendingtermination
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of disturbing the mind or body

Example: "His carelessness could have caused an ecological upset"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
derangementupset

Overthrew - as a verb

Cause the downfall of; of rulers

Example: "The czar was overthrown"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bring downoverturnsubvert
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
depose
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Rule against

Example: "The republicans were overruled when the house voted on the bill"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
overrideoverruleoverturnreverse

Example Sentences

"They overthrew the dictator and established a new government."
"The rebels successfully overthrew the oppressive regime."
"The revolutionaries overthrew the monarchy and declared a republic."
"The citizens rose up and overthrew the corrupt leaders."
"The rebels overthrew the dictator and established a new government."
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Word Game Points

Is OVERTHREW a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, overthrew is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OVERTHREW has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is OVERTHREW a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, overthrew is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OVERTHREW has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is OVERTHREW a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, overthrew is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OVERTHREW has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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