5 letter words with SUR in the middle

Here is the requested information on the word "usurp": usurp

Part of Speech: verb

Definition: To take someones power, position or property without legal right or authority.

Pronunciation (US): yoo-surp

Pronunciation (UK): yoo-surp

Origin and Usage: The word "usurp" comes from the Latin word "usurpare," meaning "to seize and hold." It has been used in English since the 14th century and is often used to describe the act of taking someones power, position, or property without legal right or authority.

Synonyms: seize, appropriate, arrogate, commandeer, confiscate, expropriate, take over, wrest

Related Words: usurps, purse, super, sprue, spurs

Example Sentences:

• He was accused of trying to usurp the throne.
• The military junta has usurped power from the democratically elected government.
• She felt that her authority had been usurped by her assistant.
• The new CEO usurped the companys founder and took control of the board.

Usury

Parts of Speech: Noun

Definition: The practice of lending money at an exorbitant rate of interest.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈjuʒəri/; UK: /ˈjuːʒ(ə)ri/

Origin and Usage: Usury comes from the Latin word usura, which means "interest" or "usury". The practice of usury is considered unethical and is often illegal. It has been condemned by many religions and societies throughout history. The term is commonly used in the context of loans and lending practices.

Synonyms: Loan-sharking, loan-sharkery, loaning at high interest rates, loan exploitation.

Related Words: Money, loans, debts, rates, loans.

Example Sentences:

• Usury is a practice that is not only unethical but also illegal in many countries.
• He charged an exorbitant amount of interest on the loan, which was clearly an act of usury.
• The government has taken steps to control the practice of usury by imposing strict regulations on lending practices.
• Many people fall victim to usury because they are in desperate need of money and are willing to pay high interest rates.
• The lender was accused of usury when he charged an interest rate that was three times the legal limit.