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    usurp

    usurp - Dictionary definition and meaning for word usurp

    Definition
    (verb) seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession
    Synonyms : arrogate , assume , seize , take over
    Example Sentence
    • He assumed to himself the right to fill all positions in the town
    • he usurped my rights
    • She seized control of the throne after her husband died
    Definition
    (verb) take the place of
    Example Sentence
    • gloom had usurped mirth at the party after the news of the terrorist act broke
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for usurp

us(e)+ur+p(ower)

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usurp - If I make use of your power forcefully then I am usurping.

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its "US" not "UR" "P"roperty..take by force or as one's possession

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u r surp(snake)..so u always seize another power

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may sound like HARPna (appropriate)

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Sounds like User UP.Your rights of user are SEIZED FORCEFULLY by hacker.

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U(use) + surp(Surf excel) >> by using surf (its dirt removing force), u will seize the kingdom of or kill germs and bacteria and dirt on clothes...

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Usurp and swoop. You swoop down (attack) on someone and take possesion of his powers (usurp).

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The US (united States) like to take other country by force

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Upset: He upset my plans to usurp the government.

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U-under a Sarp(snake). Taking taking power

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use ur surf powder power

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