Deposer

/dɪˈpoʊzər/ noun

Definition

A person who deposes someone from power; one who removes a ruler or official from authority.

Etymology

From 'depose' + the agent suffix '-er' meaning 'one who does.' The word emphasizes the active role of the person doing the deposing.

Kelly Says

Throughout history, the most famous 'deposers' were often ambitious nobles who wanted the throne for themselves—deposing one ruler was just the first step in their own power grab.

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