deforce

/dɛˈfɔːrs/

Definitions

1. verb

to seize or take possession of land or property by force or without right

“The government deforcéd the landowner’s property to build a new highway.”

2. noun

a forced seizure or taking of land or property

“The deforce was considered illegal and was overturned by the courts.”

Synonyms

  • confiscate
  • seize
  • takeover

Antonyms

  • reclaim
  • restitute