Usurp — synonyms, definition

1. usurp (Verb)

allocate appropriate arrogate assume commandeer confiscate expropriate impound secure seize take away take over

usurp (Verb) — Take control of (without authority and possibly with force); take as one's right or possession. ex. "he usurped my rights"

usurp (Verb) — Take the place of. ex. "gloom had usurped mirth at the party after the news of the terrorist act broke"

replace supercede supersede supervene upon supplant take annex appropriate capture conquer hijack preoccupy raid seize