usurped

'usurped'

[assume.v.06] as in: seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession

Examples:
He assumed to himself the right to fill all positions in the town
he usurped my rights
She seized control of the throne after her husband died

'usurped'

[usurp.v.02] as in: take the place of

Examples:
gloom had usurped mirth at the party after the news of the terrorist act broke

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