How to Pronounce "usurped"
word
ˌjuˈsɝpt
yoo-SURPT
juːzˈɜːpt
yoo-ZURPT
Definition
Taken by force or without the right to do so, especially power, position, or property; often used to talk about someone illegitimately taking control.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌjuˈsɝpt
British English
juːzˈɜːpt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
yoo-SURPT
UK
yoo-ZURPT
Listen in Context
The king's throne was usurped by his enemy.
She usurped the leader's authority.
The company's power was usurped by outsiders.
Many believed the dictator had usurped control of the country.