oust (C1)

verb

Pronunciation: /aʊst/

Definition

To remove someone forcibly from a position of power or authority.

Examples

• The rebels managed to oust the dictator after a long civil war.

• The board of directors decided to oust the underperforming manager.

• Public pressure led to the prime minister being ousted from office.

How to Use oust

oust from (prepositional phrase)

To remove someone from a specific position or place. — "The shareholders voted to oust the CEO from the company."

oust a [noun] (collocation)

To forcibly remove a person or group from a position. — "The rebels successfully ousted the ruling party."

Synonyms of oust

Words with a similar meaning to oust:

• remove
• depose
• overthrow
• displace
• unseat

Antonyms of oust

Words with the opposite meaning to oust:

• install
• appoint
• enthrone

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