verb
enthrone
Enthrone (verb) means to place someone on a throne as part of a formal ceremony marking the start of their reign.
verb
1
To place someone on a throne as part of a formal ceremony marking the start of their reign.
"The bishop came to enthrone the new archbishop."
2
To help someone reach the top position in a monarchy, or in any other large organisation.
3
To praise or honour someone highly.
"The novel seemed to enthrone love as the highest virtue."
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Etymology
Formed from en- and throne; compare the earlier forms enthronize and inthronize.
Synonyms
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dethrone
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Rhymes for enthrone
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What is the meaning of enthrone?
"enthrone" (verb) means to place someone on a throne as part of a formal ceremony marking the start of their reign.
What is another word for enthrone?
Other words for "enthrone" include throne, vest, invest.
What is the opposite of enthrone?
The opposite of "enthrone" is dethrone.
What are the different meanings of enthrone?
"enthrone" has 3 main meanings: 1. To place someone on a throne as part of a formal ceremony marking the start of their reign; 2. To help someone reach the top position in a monarchy, or in any other large organisation; 3. To praise or honour someone highly.
