Synonyms for

Takeover

Verb / ˈteɪˌkəʊvɜ: / Another word for takeover — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Takeover means to take control of something, especially a company, by force or without permission.

Synonyms & similar words

coupdetat putsch coup acquisition seizure occupation usurpation annexation domination subjugation supremacy control command governance authority invasion incursion intrusion inroad assumption appropriation enslavement subjection

Synonyms by register

Formal

acquisition consolidation absorption amalgamation

Informal

takeover bid buyout coup

Literary

usurpation seizure

Antonyms

ceding surrender relinquishment acquiescence capitulation yielding

Common collocations

  • hostile takeover
  • management takeover
  • corporate takeover
  • takeover bid
  • successful takeover
  • takeover battle
  • friendly takeover

Word family

noun takeover
verb take over

Usage note

Primarily used in a business context to describe the acquisition of one company by another. Can also refer to taking control of something more generally.

Example sentences

  1. The takeover of the bank was successful.
  2. The company is planning a takeover of their competitor.
  3. The government is investigating the takeover of the media company.
  4. The takeover bid was rejected by the shareholders.
  5. The takeover attempt was foiled by the security team.

Quotes

  • A takeover is an evidence of success.
  • A takeover is not necessarily a merger.
  • A takeover bid can be a hostile or friendly approach.

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