English Synonym Finder

topple

Definitions

To fall forward or over, typically because of being top-heavy or unsteady.

To cause something to become unsteady and fall.

To remove a government or leader from power by force.

Examples

The strong winds caused the old, decaying tree to topple over onto the fence.

The protesters gathered in the square, determined to topple the corrupt regime.

Be careful not to bump the table, or you might topple the vase of flowers.

Synonyms

overturn capsize collapse tumble overthrow oust depose

Antonyms

stabilize erect build support balance secure fix