1. to take someone’s position of power illegally or by force
2. to take or use something that belongs to someone else without permission

Examples

• The general attempted to usurp the king’s throne.
• She accused her colleague of trying to usurp her authority.
• The dictator usurped power through a military coup.
• He felt that the new manager was trying to usurp his role.
• The rebels planned to usurp control of the government.
• Don’t let anyone usurp your rightful place in the company.