Verbs of Power Relations - Verbs for Reacting to Power
Here you will learn some English verbs referring to reacting to power such as "obey", "defy", and "rebel".
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(of a monarch or ruler) to step down from a position of power
to use force to prevent something from happening or to fight against an attack
to resist or endure the force, pressure, or challenges imposed upon oneself
to oppose a ruler or government
to lead a sudden and often forceful change against a government or system that is perceived as oppressive, seeking a radical transformation
to remove someone from a position of power or authority, often through force or legal action
to cause the downfall or removal of rulers or leaders
to join a rebellion or reject a previous allegiance, often as a group effort against authority or for a cause
to engage in violent and disorderly behavior, typically by a group of people, often in protest or as a reaction to a perceived injustice
to give up resistance or stop fighting against an enemy or opponent
to transfer the possession or control of someone or something to another person or entity
to follow the rules, commands, or wishes of someone, showing compliance to their authority
Verbs of Power Relations | |||
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Verbs for Confinement and Liberation | Verbs for Restriction | Verbs for Deprivation | Verbs for Exercising Power |
Verbs for Reacting to Power | Verbs for Management | Verbs for Forgiveness and Disregard |
