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subversion
[ suhb-vur-zhuhn, -shuhn ]
noun
- an act or instance of subverting.
- the state of being subverted; destruction.
- something that subverts or overthrows.
subversion
/ səbˈvɜːʃən /
noun
- the act or an instance of subverting or overthrowing a legally constituted government, institution, etc
- the state of being subverted; destruction or ruin
- something that brings about an overthrow
Other Words From
- anti·sub·version noun
- nonsub·version noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of subversion1
Word History and Origins
Origin of subversion1
Example Sentences
Most were found guilty of conspiring to attempt subversion, while two were acquitted.
Most of the defendants either pleaded guilty or were convicted of conspiring to attempt subversion.
Ultimately, the conflict between societal expectations and Danson’s persona only added to the subversion.
Ultimately Russia already supplies weapons to the UK's adversaries, and is already engaged in 'active measures' such as subversion, espionage, sabotage, and information/cyber operations against Nato members' interests.
The new indictment, which again accuses the Republican nominee of criminal election subversion, seeks to reframe Trump’s actions not as those of a president but as a desperate candidate for office.
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