noun
usurper
yoo-ZUR-puh
Usurper (noun) means someone who seizes power or a position illegitimately. Example: “The rightful heir returned to overthrow the usurper.”
noun
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Someone who seizes power or a position illegitimately.
"The rightful heir returned to overthrow the usurper."
How to use usurper
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA person who has usurped — taken power or a position by force or without right.
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Word forms
- Plural
- usurpers
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Etymology
From usurp + -er.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “usurper” mean?
The word “usurper” means someone who seizes power or a position illegitimately. In plain terms, a person who has usurped — taken power or a position by force or without right.
How do you pronounce “usurper”?
“Usurper” is pronounced yoo-ZUR-puh (/juˈsɜɹ.pəɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “usurper” in a sentence?
Here is “usurper” used in a sentence: “The rightful heir returned to overthrow the usurper.”
What part of speech is “usurper”?
“Usurper” is a noun.
