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enthroned

|en/throned|

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/ɪnˈθroʊnd/

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/ɪnˈθrəʊnd/

(enthrone)

install in authority

Base Form	Past	Past Participle	Present Participle
enthrone	enthroned	enthroned	enthroning

Etymology

Etymology Information

'enthrone' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'enthronen,' where 'en-' meant 'in' and 'throne' referred to a seat of authority.

Historical Evolution

'enthronen' transformed into the modern English word 'enthrone' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to place on a throne,' but over time it evolved to also mean 'to exalt or glorify.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

to place someone on a throne or in a position of authority.

The king was enthroned in a grand ceremony.

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Verb 2

to exalt or glorify someone or something.

The artist was enthroned as a genius by critics.

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