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subvert
[suhb-vurt]
verb (used with object)
to overthrow (something established or existing).
Synonyms: , , , ,to cause the downfall, ruin, or destruction of.
to undermine the principles of; corrupt.
subvert
/ əˈɜː /
verb
to bring about the complete downfall or ruin of (something existing or established by a system of law, etc)
to undermine the moral principles of (a person, etc); corrupt
Other Word Forms
- subverter noun
- unsubverted adjective
- ܲˈٱ noun
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of subvert1
Example Sentences
Sentencing, Lord Arthurson said each of the men were "self-serving, arrogant and mendacious", adding they had "subverted public trust in NHS management".
“Will & Grace” further subverted the gay bestie trope by assigning Will his own gay best friend, Sean Hayes’ Jack.
While destroying and subverting the civil rights infrastructure, the administration also aims to unravel essential civil rights legal frameworks for addressing modern-day discrimination.
The stakes in Season 1 were very clear — get Ellie to where she can be used to make a cure — even if they were subverted in the end.
While Myers’ ruling came as a “pleasant surprise,” Stephanopoulos said that he doesn’t foresee Griffin’s effort becoming a playbook for future candidates who seek to subvert an electoral defeat.
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