Depose

Verb

Definition: To remove a person from a position of power, especially forcefully or suddenly.

Synonyms: Overthrow, Dethrone, Oust

Antonyms: Enthrone, Install, Appoint

Examples:

The citizens were able to depose the corrupt dictator.
The board of directors decided to depose the CEO due to financial misconduct.

Mnemonics:

Think of "de" as "down" and "pose" as "position" - to bring someone down from their position of power.

Etymology:

Origin:

Late Middle English from Old French 'deposer', from Latin 'deponere' (meaning to put down).

Historical Usage:

The term "depose" has been used since the late Middle English period and is derived from Latin origins.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Depose a witness"

Explanation:

Refers to questioning and testifying against a witness to establish inconsistencies or contradictions in their statements or to challenge their credibility in a legal setting.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing 'depose' with 'dispose', which means to get rid of or throw away.

Explanation:

'Depose' specifically refers to removing someone from a position of power, while 'dispose' refers to discarding or dealing with something.