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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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Categorized English Verbs Denoting Power Relations

to be or act in accordance with a rule, standard, etc.

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to obey
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to follow commands, rules, or orders

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(of a monarch or ruler) to step down from a position of power

Ex: The ruler abdicating the throne due to health concerns .
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to comply
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to act in accordance with rules, regulations, or requests

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to yield
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to give up or hand over control, often a territory or authority, to someone else

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to stop resisting something and accept it

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to refuse to follow rules, commands, or orders

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to resist
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to use force to prevent something from happening or to fight against an attack

Ex: Despite facing overwhelming odds , the army continued resist the enemy 's advance , refusing to surrender their position .
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to buck
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to strongly resist or oppose something

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to resist or endure the force, pressure, or challenges imposed upon oneself

Ex: The fabric used in outdoor furniture is designed withstand exposure to harsh weather .
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to defy
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to refuse to respect a person of authority or to observe a law, rule, etc.

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to oppose
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to firmly resist something

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to rebel
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to oppose a ruler or government

Ex: The group of activists aims to inspire others rebel against systemic injustice .
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to revolt
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to lead a sudden and often forceful change against a government or system that is perceived as oppressive, seeking a radical transformation

Ex: The oppressed population organized revolt against the dictator 's rule .
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to forcefully remove a person of authority or power from their position

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to depose
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to remove someone from a position of power or authority, often through force or legal action

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to cause the downfall or removal of rulers or leaders

Ex: The uprising aimed overturn the autocratic ruler and establish a more democratic system .
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to join a rebellion or reject a previous allegiance, often as a group effort against authority or for a cause

Ex: Citizens from different backgrounds united rise up and demand justice .
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to riot
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to engage in violent and disorderly behavior, typically by a group of people, often in protest or as a reaction to a perceived injustice

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to give up resistance or stop fighting against an enemy or opponent

Ex: The general surrenders to avoid unnecessary conflict .
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to cede
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to hand over power, land, or a position to another, particularly due to being forced

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to submit
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to accept the control, authority, or superiority of someone or something

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to transfer the possession or control of someone or something to another person or entity

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to follow the rules, commands, or wishes of someone, showing compliance to their authority

Ex: During the court trial , witnesses are required abide by the judge 's directives .
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