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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

usurpation

/ˌʌsərˈpeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does usurpation mean?

noun

The act of taking or trying to take power or control from someone else, often in a sudden or illegal way. The state of holding power or control that you have taken from someone else.

Example

"The coup was a classic example of usurpation, with the military seizing control of the government."

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