Definition of overthrow

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • overthrow is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 18
  • overthrow is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 18
  • overthrow is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 18

Definition of overthrow


  • the act of disturbing the mind or body (noun)

    Examples

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

    Synonyms

    1. derangement
    2. upset
  • cause the downfall of; of rulers (verb)

    Examples

    1. The Czar was overthrown

    Synonyms

    1. bring down
    2. overturn
    3. subvert
  • rule against (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. override
    2. overrule
    3. overturn
    4. reverse
  • the termination of a ruler or institution (especially by force) (noun)

See definition of overthrow in Merriam Webster