Dethronement
Pronunciation: /ˈdiθɹoʊnˈɛmˈɛnt/
Dethronement (noun)
- The act of removing a ruler from power, especially a king or queen, so they no longer rule.
- The act of taking away someone’s top position or authority because they are no longer the best or in control.
Examples
- The dethronement removed the king from power.
- Dethronement happened after the people rejected the king.