Definition

To take or claim something for oneself without having the right to do so; to assume authority or power that does not belong to you.

Example

The manager arrogated the decision-making power that should have been shared with the team.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about that guy who tried to arrogate the team's victory for himself?

Yeah, it's ridiculous! He didn't even play in the final match.

Exactly! It's like he wants all the glory without doing the work.

I know, right? People should earn their achievements, not just claim them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Arrogate is formed from "ad-" (meaning to) and "rogare" (meaning to ask or propose). The word describes the act of claiming something without justification, as if one is asking for it without proper authority.

Memory Tip

Think of someone 'asking for' ('rogare') something 'to' ('ad-') which they have no right to claim — that's why arrogate means to claim something without justification.

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