1. a person who takes someone’s position of power illegally or by force

Examples

• The usurper claimed the throne after overthrowing the rightful king.
• Many considered him a usurper who had no legal claim to power.
• The rebels viewed the new government as usurpers of democracy.
• History books often portray usurpers as villains who seized power through treachery.
• The usurper’s reign was short-lived as the people demanded the return of their true leader.
• She accused her rival of being a usurper who stole her rightful position as CEO.