usurp

动词 usurp:

1. seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession
   同义词：assume, seize, take over, arrogate
2. take the place of

1. Self- make men are very apt to usurp the prerogative of the almighty and overwork themselves.
   全凭一己奋斗而成功的人，大有篡夺上帝的大权之势而过度工作。
2. Henry IV usurped the throne of England.
   亨利四世篡夺了英国的王位。