arrogate

/əˈrɒɡeɪt, əˈrɒɡɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to claim or assume something without right or justification, especially a title or an office

“The politician was accused of arrogating power to himself.”

2. noun

a claim or assumption of power, right, or authority without right or justification

“The arrogant assumption of the company’s board of directors sparked a rebellion among its employees.”

Synonyms

  • assume
  • claim
  • seize
  • take

Antonyms

  • abdicate
  • cede
  • relinquish