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unsurpation

 

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Unsurpation

Definition:

Unsurpation refers to the act of unlawfully seizing or taking control of someone's position, rights, or property by force or without legal authority.

Possible Parts of Speech:

  • Noun

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

In a legal context, unsurpation may represent the illegal act of taking over or appropriating an authoritative role or position, such as forcibly overthrowing a government.

Example Sentence 1: The coup attempt was an act of unsurpation, aiming to overthrow the legitimate government.

Example Sentence 2: Her surprise election victory came as a result of the unsurpation of the incumbent mayor's authority.

Sense 2:

In a general sense, unsurpation can involve wrongfully claiming ownership or control over something that belongs to someone else.

Example Sentence 1: The businessman was charged with unsurpation after fraudulently taking possession of his partner's assets.

Example Sentence 2: The artist accused her rival of unsurpation for copying her distinctive style without permission.

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