The difference between Confiscate and Usurp

When used as verbs, confiscate means to use one's authority to lay claim to and separate a possession from its holder, whereas usurp means to seize power from another, usually by illegitimate means.


Confiscate is also adjective with the meaning: confiscated.

check bellow for the other definitions of Confiscate and Usurp

  1. Confiscate as a verb (transitive):

    To use one's authority to lay claim to and separate a possession from its holder.

    Examples:

    "In schools it is common for teachers to confiscate electronic games and other distractions."

  1. Confiscate as an adjective (obsolete):

    Confiscated; seized and appropriated by the government for public use; forfeit.

  1. Usurp as a verb:

    To seize power from another, usually by illegitimate means.

  2. Usurp as a verb:

    To use and assume the coat of arms of another person.

  3. Usurp as a verb (obsolete):

    To make use of.

  4. Usurp as a verb:

    To take the place rightfully belonging to someone or something else.