dethrone

• 动词，指将统治者或领导人从权力位置上赶下台，通常通过武力或正式程序。也泛指剥夺某人的重要地位或权力。

A verb meaning to remove a ruler or leader from a position of power, often by force or through a formal process.

1. Remove from powerB2formal

   To remove a monarch or ruler from their throne or position of power.

   废黜

   • The rebels successfully dethroned the king after a long civil war.
   • The emperor was dethroned by a military coup.
   • History records many instances where tyrants were dethroned.

   同义词deposeoustoverthrowtoppleunseat

   反义词crownenthroneinaugurateinstall

2. Displace from top positionB2informal

   To remove someone or something from a leading or dominant position, especially in a competition or ranking.

   拉下头名

   • The young athlete dethroned the reigning champion in the final match.
   • The new smartphone model dethroned its predecessor as the best-selling device.
   • The startup dethroned the industry giant with its innovative product.

   同义词deposedisplaceoustoverthrowremovesupplanttoppleunseat

   反义词crownelevateenthroneinstallpromote