Overthrow (Verb)
Meaning 1
Rule against; "The Republicans were overruled when the House voted on the bill".
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- The judge's ruling was overthrown by the appeals court after reviewing new evidence.
- The city council's decision to raise taxes was overthrown by a voter-led referendum.
- The Senate voted to overthrow the amendments proposed by the opposing party.
- The court's original decision was overthrown on appeal after the defense presented new testimony.
- A federal court overthrew the state law, ruling that it conflicted with national regulations.
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Meaning 2
Cause the downfall of; of rulers; "The Czar was overthrown"; "subvert the ruling class".
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
Examples
- The rebels' mission was to overthrow the corrupt dictator and establish a new government.
- The people rose up in protest, attempting to overthrow the monarchy and claim their rights.
- A military coup led to the overthrow of the authoritarian leader, marking a new era for the nation.
- Radical activists sought to overthrow the existing social order and impose a new system of governance.
- A wave of revolution swept the country, leading to the overthrow of several long-standing rulers.