Whether “Overthrow” feels clear or cryptic, these answers have been verified by their appearance in crosswords with nearly the same clue style, helping you solve with more certainty.
Likely Answers:
- DEPOSE
- TOPPLE
- SUBVERT
- COUP
- BRINGDOWN
- OUST
- SUBJUGATE
- DISCOMFITURE
- COUPDETAT
- USURP
- UPEND
- UNSEAT
Synonyms and Definitions
DEPOSE
- Synonyms: depone, force out, swear
TOPPLE
- Synonyms: tip, tumble
SUBVERT
- Synonyms: bring down, corrupt, counteract, countermine, debase, debauch, demoralise, demoralize, deprave, misdirect, overturn, pervert, profane, sabotage, undermine, vitiate, weaken
COUP
- Synonyms: coup detat, putsch, takeover
OUST
- Synonyms: boot out, drum out, expel, kick out, throw out
- Definition: dismiss from a role or job
SUBJUGATE
- Synonyms: keep down, quash, reduce, repress, subdue, subject
DISCOMFITURE
- Synonyms: discomposure, disconcertion, disconcertment
USURP
- Synonyms: arrogate, assume, seize, take over