dethroner

/dɛˈθroʊnər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person or thing that deposes or removes someone or something from a throne or position of power.

“The dethroner of the long-reigning monarch was a young general with a clever strategy.”

2. verb

To remove someone or something from a throne or position of power.

“The king was dethroned by a coup led by his own advisors.”

Synonyms

  • deposer
  • usurper

Antonyms

  • enthroner
  • upholder