What is another word for Dispossessor?

Pronunciation: [dˌɪspəzˈɛsə] (IPA)

The word "Dispossessor" refers to a person or entity that unlawfully or forcibly removes someone from their property or land. Some synonyms for this term include "evictor," "forcible ejector," "trespasser," "land grabber," or "usurper." These words may convey slightly different connotations, with "evictor" suggesting a more legal process of removal, while "trespasser" denotes someone who enters or remains on property without permission. "Land grabber" and "usurper" suggest intentions to take property for personal gain. Regardless of the word used, the act of dispossessing someone of their property is a serious violation of their rights and can have devastating consequences.

What are the hypernyms for Dispossessor?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Dispossessor

No one refused to move for this Dispossessor as they had for the governor; thousands of homeless fled from it.
"Greener Than You Think"
Ward Moore
3 The statement that things stolen or violently possessed cannot, by statute, be acquired by usucapion, means, not that the thief or violent Dispossessor is incapable of usucapion-for these are barred by another reason, namely the fact that their possession is not in good faith; but that even a person who has purchased the thing from them in good faith, or received it on some other lawful ground, is incapable of acquiring by usucapion.
"The Institutes of Justinian"
Caesar Flavius Justinian

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