
Usurp
Power Grab
Indicates an aggressive action to take control, often suddenly and by force.

The general usurped control of the government overnight.
Without Consent
Highlights the lack of legitimate claim or permission in the act of usurping.

She tried to usurp leadership of the group without any support from its members.
Coup Connotation
Used in political contexts, it often implies a coup d'état or overthrow.

The dictator's brother attempted to usurp the regime.
Compare with
AnnexAppropriationCommandeerConfiscateOverthrowSeizeSupplantTake over
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