Dethroned - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Dethroned means to remove someone from a position of power or authority, especially a monarch or leader. It implies losing dominance or being forcibly displaced from a high-ranking role.
Definition:
Removed from power or a position of authority, especially a monarch.
Synonyms:
deposed, ousted, overthrown, toppled
Part of Speech:
verb, adjective
Antonyms:
crowned, enthroned
Common Collocations:
dethroned king, dethroned champion, dethroned ruler
Derivatives:
dethronement, dethroning
Usage Tips:
Use "dethroned" to describe someone forcibly removed from power, often in politics or sports.
Common Phrases:
dethrone the king, dethroned from glory, fall from the throne
Etymology:
From Old French "desthroner," combining "des-" (remove) and "throne" (seat of power).
Examples:
- 1. The rebels dethroned the king after a long battle.
- 2. She was dethroned as the chess champion last year.
- 3. The team hopes to dethrone the current champions this season.
- 4. Many celebrated when the corrupt leader was finally dethroned.