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Oust: meaning, definitions and examples

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[aสŠst ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Verb

remove forcefully

To oust means to remove someone or something from a position of power or authority forcefully. It implies the act of expelling or ejecting someone or something against their will.

Synonyms

depose, eject, expel, remove.

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Word Description / Examples
oust

Used when someone is forcefully driven out of a position or place, often in a political or organizational context.

  • The board decided to oust the CEO due to corrupt practices
expel

Commonly used in a context where someone is formally forced to leave an institution or organization, like a school or club.

  • The student was expelled for cheating on the exam
eject

Often used when physically forcing someone out of a place, such as a public space or a vehicle. Can also refer to objects being thrown out forcefully.

  • The rowdy passenger was ejected from the plane by the flight attendants
remove

A general term used in a variety of situations when someone or something is taken away from a position or place, often without the connotation of force.

  • They decided to remove the old furniture from the office
depose

Typically used in a legal or formal context when someone is removed from office or a position of power through a formal process.

  • The president was deposed by the military after the coup

Examples of usage

  • He was ousted from the company after the scandal.
  • The rebels managed to oust the dictator from power.
  • The board of directors voted to oust the CEO.
Context #2 | Noun

legal context

In legal terms, oust may refer to the action of depriving someone of the possession of property or the right to occupy a property.

Synonyms

dispossess, evict, expel.

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Word Description / Examples
oust

Typically used in formal or political contexts when someone is removed from a position or place of power or importance.

  • The board voted to oust the CEO after the scandal.
  • Protesters managed to oust the dictator from power.
evict

Commonly used in housing or rental situations when someone is forcefully removed from their residence, usually due to legal reasons.

  • The landlord decided to evict the tenant for not paying rent.
  • They faced eviction after failing to comply with the lease agreement.
dispossess

Used when referring to someone being deprived of their property or possessions, often with a legal or social justice aspect.

  • The indigenous people were dispossessed of their land.
  • Many were dispossessed during the economic crisis.
expel

Used mainly in academic or legal situations where someone is removed from an organization, institution, or country.

  • The student was expelled for cheating.
  • The government decided to expel the foreign diplomat.

Examples of usage

  • The landlord sought to oust the tenant for non-payment of rent.
  • The court ordered the ousting of the trespassers from the property.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word comes from the Old French 'alouter', meaning to drive out.
  • It has been used in English since the late 15th century, originally referring to driving someone from a dwelling.
  • The transition from French to English reflects the influence of French on Middle English vocabulary.

Politics

  • Throughout history, coups have often resulted in leaders being ousted from power, reshaping nations.
  • In modern democracies, ousting can involve impeachment processes against elected officials.
  • The concept of a 'vote of no confidence' in parliaments is a formal way to oust a sitting government.

Literature

  • In Shakespeare's plays, themes of usurpation often include characters being ousted from their rightful place.
  • Many works of literature explore the idea of betrayal leading to someone's ousting, emphasizing moral dilemmas.
  • Symbolically, the act of ousting can represent deeper conflicts such as class, power struggles, and justice.

Pop Culture

  • Reality television often dramatizes the concept of ousting, with participants eliminated week by week.
  • In various films, characters are frequently ousted, highlighting the themes of revenge and redemption.
  • Celebrity gossip columns may report on various public figures being ousted from their positions due to scandals.

Psychology

  • The feeling of being ousted can lead to psychological stress, including feelings of rejection and failure.
  • Studies show that being ousted from social or professional groups can significantly impact one's self-esteem.
  • Group dynamics often dictate the process of ousting, revealing underlying social hierarchies.

Translations

Translations of the word "oust" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น expulsar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคฟเค•เคพเคฒ เคฆเฅ‡เคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช verdrรคngen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mengusir

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะธัะตะปัั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wypฤ™dzaฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฟฝใ„ๅ‡บใ™ (ใŠใ„ใ ใ™)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท expulser

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ desalojar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงฤฑkarmak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ซ“์•„๋‚ด๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุทุฑุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vystฤ›hovat

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vysลฅahovaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ตถ่ตฐ (gวŽnzว’u)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ izgnati

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ reka รบr

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ัƒั‹ะฟ ัˆั‹า“ะฐั€ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ’แƒ“แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รงฤฑxarmaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ desalojar

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,014, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.