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Meaning of ousting
The primary meaning of "ousting" is the act of removing someone from a position of power or authority.
Etymology of ousting
The word "ousting" originates from the Old French word "oster", which means "to expel" or "to eject".
The term has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the act of removing someone from a position of power or authority.
Synonyms
Definitions
- The act of removing someone from a position of power or authority, typically in a sudden or forceful manner.
- * The state of being removed from a position of power or authority.
Usage Examples
- The company's board of directors is considering the ousting of the CEO due to poor performance.
- * The politician's ousting from office was a result of a scandal.
- * The new management is planning the ousting of several underperforming employees.
Antonyms
retaining
keeping
maintaining
preserving
upholding
supporting
reinstating
restoring
reviving
renewing
confirming
affirming
validating
appointing
electing
installing
inducting
inaugurating
appointing
promoting