Synonyms of arrogate

Antonyms of arrogate

Collocations of arrogate

power
Frequency: 70 %

The dictator arrogated power to himself, ignoring the will of the people.

authority
Frequency: 65 %

The new manager arrogated authority over the entire department, causing resentment among the employees.

privileges
Frequency: 50 %

The wealthy elite arrogated privileges for themselves, while the rest of the population struggled to make ends meet.

responsibility
Frequency: 45 %

The CEO arrogated responsibility for the company's failure, blaming external factors instead of acknowledging internal issues.

credit
Frequency: 40 %

The politician arrogated credit for the successful policy, even though it was a team effort.

Idiomatic Expressions for arrogate

  • Phrase: arrogate authority
    Meaning: to assume or claim authority that one does not rightfully possess
    Usage: The dictator arrogated authority over the country, ignoring the constitution and the rule of law.