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unseated

 

[ ʌnˈsiːtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

political context

To unseat someone refers to the act of removing them from a position of authority or power. This typically occurs in political settings, such as when an incumbent official is replaced by a challenger, often through an election or a vote of no confidence. It implies a loss of position that can happen due to various circumstances, including scandal, political maneuvering, or insufficient support from constituents. The term can also apply to non-political contexts, such as in sports or business.

Synonyms

depone, displace, oust, overthrow, remove

Examples of usage

  • The scandal ultimately unseated the mayor from office.
  • Her popularity helped unseat the long-time incumbent.
  • The party worked tirelessly to unseat their opponent in the upcoming election.

Translations

Translations of the word "unseated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 destituído

🇮🇳 अस्थायी

🇩🇪 abgesetzt

🇮🇩 diberhentikan

🇺🇦 звільнений

🇵🇱 usunięty

🇯🇵 解任された

🇫🇷 destitué

🇪🇸 destituido

🇹🇷 görevden alınmış

🇰🇷 해임된

🇸🇦 مُعَزَّل

🇨🇿 odvolaný

🇸🇰 odvolaný

🇨🇳 免职的

🇸🇮 odstavljen

🇮🇸 afskráð

🇰🇿 қызметінен босатылған

🇬🇪 გადაყენებული

🇦🇿 vəzifədən azad edilmiş

🇲🇽 destituido

Word origin

The term 'unseated' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-', which denotes negation or reversal, and the word 'seat,' referring to a position of authority or office. The use of 'seat' in this context dates back to the 14th century, where it was associated with the concept of holding a place or position, commonly within the context of governance. Over time, 'unseated' emerged in political vocabulary to describe the act of displacing an individual from their official role. The term has historical roots in parliamentary procedures and elections, reflecting the dynamics of power and representation in society. As political systems evolved, the term became more widely used in various contexts, illustrating the transient nature of power and influence.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,995 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.