arrogate
/ˈærəɡeɪt/
ar · ro · gate
ˈær · ə · ɡeɪt
English Definition
v. To claim wrongfully; usurp
Significado en Español
arrogárselo
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
chiếm đoạt, tự xưng
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
ar-(strengthen) + rog(demand, ask) + ate→ usurp, claim
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
In a heated debate, the politician was accused of trying to arrogate power that rightfully belonged to the council.
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A
usurp
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B
delegate
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C
relinquish
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D
validate
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A — usurp.
“arrogate” means v. To claim wrongfully; usurp
Common questions about “arrogate”
What does “arrogate” mean?
arrogate — v. To claim wrongfully; usurp. In Chinese: 擅取，冒称.
How do you pronounce “arrogate”?
arrogate is pronounced /ˈærəɡeɪt/. It breaks into 3 syllables: ar · ro · gate.
Is “arrogate” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. arrogate appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “arrogate”?
ar-(strengthen) + rog(demand, ask) + ate→ usurp, claim
