What does “depose” mean?
- 1
verbto remove a ruler or leader from power, often by force
The king was deposed by his own army.
- 2
verb(in law) to question a witness under oath outside a courtroom
Lawyers deposed the manager for six hours.
Depose at a glance
- Part of speech
- verb
- CEFR level
- C2 (proficient)
- Pronunciation
- /dɪˈpoʊz/ · dih-POHZ
How to use “depose” correctly
A “deposition” in US law is sworn evidence given before a trial. Don’t confuse “depose” with “dispose”.
Synonyms, opposites and related words
Synonyms (similar meaning)
- overthrow
- oust
- topple
Antonyms (opposite meaning)
- install
- crown
Word family
- deposition
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