Synonyms for
Subvert
Definition
To undermine or overthrow something established or existing.
Synonyms & similar words
overturn
overthrow
deprave
weaken
pervert
countermine
undermine
debase
demoralise
vitiate
bringdown
debauch
misdirect
counteract
profane
demoralize
sabotage
corrupt
overthrow
undermine
upset
disrupt
sabotage
thwart
wreck
derange
displace
invert
overturn
reverse
ruin
topple
undo
dethrone
abolish
annihilate
crush
eliminate
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Example sentences
- The villains tried to subvert the hero's plans.
- The spy was caught trying to subvert the government.
- The new manager wanted to subvert the old ways of doing things.
- The hacker wanted to subvert the security system and steal sensitive information.
- 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