Pronunciations
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/ɪnˈθɹəʊn/
Verb
To put on the throne in a formal installation ceremony called enthronement, equivalent to (and often combined with) coronation or other ceremonies of investiture.
Usage- Transitive
- Antonyms
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Near-synonyms: coronate, crown
ceremonially enthrone
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enthrone a monarch
The bishop came to enthrone the new archbishop.
To help a candidate to the succession of a monarchy (as a kingmaker does), or by extension in any other major organization.
Usage- Figurative
- Transitive
- Antonyms
To exalt, to praise.
Usage- Transitive
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The novel seemed to enthrone love as the highest virtue.
Verb
provide with power and authority
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They vested the council with special rights
put a monarch on the throne
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The Queen was enthroned more than 50 years ago