CEFR C1

coup

noun

Meaning

A sudden, violent, and illegal seizure of power from a government.

Examples

The military junta was accused of orchestrating a coup.
The president narrowly escaped the coup attempt.

Synonyms: takeover, rebellion, insurrection, overthrow

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coup (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /kuː/

Definition

A sudden, violent, and illegal seizure of power from a government.

Examples

The military junta was accused of orchestrating a coup.
The president narrowly escaped the coup attempt.
A successful coup can lead to widespread instability.

How to Use coup

coup d'état (collocation): A sudden, violent, and illegal seizure of power from a government. — "The dictator was overthrown in a swift coup d'état."

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