depose
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /dɪˈpoʊz/
KK: /dɪˈpoʊz/
intransitive verb
Definition
To give a formal statement or testimony, especially in a legal context.
Example
The witness was asked to depose about what he saw during the incident.
Tense Forms
Past: deposed
Past Participle: deposed
Conversation
Did you hear that she will depose next week?
Yeah, I heard it's going to be a big deal.
I wonder what she will talk about when she depose in court.
It should be interesting to see how everything unfolds.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
testify
declare
state
Antonyms
conceal
withhold
lie
transitive verb
Definition
To remove someone from a position of power or authority, especially in a formal or legal context.
Example
The military decided to depose the leader after the coup.
Tense Forms
Past: deposed
Past Participle: deposed
Conversation
Did you hear about the meeting where they might depose the manager?
Yeah, I heard some people are really unhappy with his decisions.
It's crazy how quick things can change in the office, right?
Root Explanation
Depose → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "ponere" (meaning to place). The word "depose" means to place down or remove from a position, especially in a formal context such as removing someone from power.
Memory Tip
Think of 'placing down' ('de-') someone from their position ('ponere') — that's why deposing means to remove someone from authority.
Visually Confused Words
repose
expose
underpose
undeposed
pose
epos
dose
decompose