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USURPING

(verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Usurping.

Usurping - as a verb

Seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession

Example: "He assumed to himself the right to fill all positions in the town"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arrogateassumeseizetake over
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
take
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Take the place of

Example: "Gloom had usurped mirth at the party after the news of the terrorist act broke"

Usurping - as a noun

Usurpation

Example Sentences

"The usurping king was eventually overthrown by the rightful heir."
"The usurping company took control of the market by unfair means."
"Her usurping behavior led to conflicts within the organization."
"The usurping government suppressed the rights of its citizens."
"The usurping leader manipulated the system to stay in power."
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Word Game Points

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

USURPING has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is USURPING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, usurping is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
USURPING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is USURPING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, usurping is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
USURPING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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