Definition

A person who removes someone from a position of power or authority, often in a formal or legal context.

Example

The deposer presented evidence to support the removal of the official from office.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new documentary on political changes?

Yeah, I did! It focuses on a famous deposer from history.

That sounds interesting! What did they say about the deposer?

They highlighted how he changed the course of the country.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Deposer → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "poser" (from Old French, meaning to place or put). The word "deposer" means to place down or to put away, often in a legal context, such as to give evidence or testimony.

Memory Tip

Think of 'placing down' ('de-' means down and 'poser' means to place') — that's why 'deposer' refers to putting something down, especially in a legal sense.

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