overthrow

language: pt

definitions

  1. verb
    to remove from power or position; to defeat and replace
    pt: derrubar; vencer
  2. noun
    the act of removing from power; defeat
    pt: o derrube; a derrota

examples

  1. The revolution overthrew the king.

    A revolução derrubou o rei.

  2. The overthrow of the government caused chaos.

    O derrube do governo causou caos.