Main entry: overthrow
Definition: the termination of a ruler or institution (especially by force)
Main entry: upset, derangement, overthrow
Definition: the act of disturbing the mind or body
Usage: his carelessness could have caused an ecological upset; she was unprepared for this sudden overthrow of their normal way of living
Main entry: overthrow, overturn, override, overrule, reverse
Definition: rule against
Usage: The Republicans were overruled when the House voted on the bill
Main entry: subvert, overthrow, overturn, bring down
Definition: cause the downfall of; of rulers
Usage: The Czar was overthrown; subvert the ruling class