Elect and Unthrone

Elect

Elect verb - To decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities.

Unthrone is an antonym for elect.

Unthrone

Unthrone verb - To remove from a position of prominence or power (as a throne).
Usage example: the board of directors unthroned the CEO when it became clear that he was not going to reverse the company's sagging fortunes anytime soon

Elect is an antonym for unthrone.
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