Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stage-a-coup
verb
/steɪdʒ ə kuː/
Definition
To carry out a sudden, often violent, overthrow of a government or authority, typically by a small group.
Examples
- The military decided to stage a coup in response to the political unrest.
- After months of planning, the rebels were ready to stage a coup.
- It is risky to stage a coup without the support of the public.
Meaning
The act of organizing a coup d’état or an insurrection to seize control of a political power.
Synonyms
- overthrow
- insurrection
- revolt
- coup d’état
- topple
