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    D'etat (en. State)

    /de.ta/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Action of overthrowing a government or political regime.
    The coup d'état of 1973 marked a turning point in the country's history.
    Le coup d'état de 1973 a marqué un tournant dans l'histoire du pays.
    Sudden and often illegal change of the established authority.
    The military organized a coup d'état to seize power.
    Les militaires ont organisé un coup d'état pour prendre le pouvoir.

    Etymology

    From French, literally meaning 'of the State'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    coup d'Etat
    An illegal act aimed at overthrowing the government.
    coup d'Etat

    Related Words

    State
    The political structure or government of a country.
    Etat
    politics
    The art or science of governing.
    politique

    Slang Meanings

    The act of abruptly changing regime.
    The last coup d'état was so swift that no one saw it coming.
    Le dernier coup d'état a été si rapide que personne ne s'y attendait.
    An unexpected change of power.
    This coup d'état took everyone by surprise.
    Ce coup d'état a pris tout le monde par surprise.