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Overthrow Very Common

Origin: Germanic Old English prefix

Overthrow has 8 different meanings across 2 categories:

Noun · Verb

Definitions
Noun
1

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

"The military coup successfully overthrew the dictator after weeks of violent protests."

2

the act of disturbing the mind or body

"his carelessness could have caused an ecological upset"

"she was unprepared for this sudden overthrow of their normal way of living"

3

A removal, especially of a ruler or government, by force or threat of force.

"The pitcher's final strike was an overthrow that sailed completely over home plate and into the outfield grass."

4

A throw that goes too far.

Verb
1

cause the downfall of; of rulers

"The Czar was overthrown"

"subvert the ruling class"

2

rule against

"The Republicans were overruled when the House voted on the bill"

3

To bring about the downfall of (a government, etc.), especially by force.

"The strong winds threatened to overthrow the small tent during the night storm."

4

To throw (something) so that it goes too far.

Example Sentences
"his carelessness could have caused an ecological upset" noun
"she was unprepared for this sudden overthrow of their normal way of living" noun
"The Czar was overthrown" verb
"subvert the ruling class" verb
"The Republicans were overruled when the House voted on the bill" verb
Related Terms
Broader Terms (hypernyms)
termination disturbance depose rule
Narrower Terms (hyponyms)
subversion revolutionize

Origin

Overthrow comes from Middle English, formed by combining "over-" with "throw." Its original meaning was to cast down or defeat someone.

Rhyming Words
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