Usurption or usurpation

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Usurpation

Noun

Definition:

The taking of a position of power or importance unlawfully or by force

Examples:

  1. Their apathy has permitted the usurpation of the throne by a truly evil man
  2. Such actions are a gross usurpation of power

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