OVERTHROW
/əʊvəˈθɹəʊ/
9 letters · 3 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of OVERTHROW
A removal, especially of a ruler or government, by force or threat of force.
An act of throwing something to the ground; an overturning.
To bring about the downfall of (a government, etc.), especially by force.
"I hate the current government, but not enough to want to overthrow them."
To throw down to the ground, to overturn.
A throw that goes too far.
To throw (something) so that it goes too far.
"He overthrew first base, for an error."
Examples of OVERTHROW in a Sentence
- "I hate the current government, but not enough to want to overthrow them."
- "He overthrew first base, for an error."
Word Details
Is OVERTHROW a Scrabble Word?
Yes, OVERTHROW is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: OVERTHROW uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for OVERTHROW
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | o | v | e | r | t | h | r | o | w | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 18 |
| WWF | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 18 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in OVERTHROW
100 words from the letters in OVERTHROW
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How to Use OVERTHROW in Word Games
OVERTHROW is worth 18 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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