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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)
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

Overthrow - 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

"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."
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Word Game Points

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

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 Word
OVERTHROW has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

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

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