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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.
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.
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.
