Synonyms for

Subvert

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

Definition

To undermine or overthrow something established or existing.

Synonyms & similar words

countermine demoralize demoralise undermine sabotage counteract bringdown debase profane overturn vitiate deprave pervert overthrow corrupt debauch misdirect weaken overthrow undermine upset disrupt sabotage thwart wreck derange displace invert overturn reverse ruin topple undo dethrone abolish annihilate crush eliminate

Example sentences

  1. The villains tried to subvert the hero's plans.
  2. The spy was caught trying to subvert the government.
  3. The new manager wanted to subvert the old ways of doing things.
  4. The hacker wanted to subvert the security system and steal sensitive information.
  5. The rebels were trying to subvert the power of the king.

Quotes

  • “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” - Nelson Mandela
  • “The pen is mightier than the sword.” - Edward Bulwer-Lytton
  • “The most powerful person in the world is the storyteller. The storyteller sets the vision, values and agenda of an entire generation that is to come.” - Steve Jobs

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