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to subvert
01
to cause the downfall of authority figures or rulers
Transitive: to subvert an authority or ruler
Examples
The rebel group sought to subvert the ruling government.
Corrupt officials may subvert the legal system for personal gain.
02
to bring about the collapse, failure, or destruction of something
Transitive: to subvert a system or operation
Examples
Corruption within the company eventually subverted its financial stability.
The hacker ’s attack was designed to subvert the entire network, causing chaos.
03
to weaken or destroy someone's morals, loyalty, or beliefs by secretly influencing or undermining them
Transitive: to subvert beliefs or loyalties
Examples
The propaganda aimed to subvert the population ’s trust in their government.
She accused the outsider of trying to subvert her team ’s unity with false rumors.
