subversion
Subversion (noun) means the act of undermining or overthrowing a system, government, or authority from within. Example: “The regime accused the journalists of subversion for exposing corruption.”
How to use subversion
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSecretly working to weaken or overturn something, like a government or an established idea.
Word forms
subversions plural, subversions plural
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The regime accused the journalists of _____ for exposing corruption.
Etymology
From Old French subversion, from Latin subversio.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “subversion” mean?
The word “subversion” means the act of undermining or overthrowing a system, government, or authority from within. In plain terms, secretly working to weaken or overturn something, like a government or an established idea.
How do you pronounce “subversion”?
“Subversion” is pronounced suhb-VUR-shuhn (/sʌ̈bˈvɝ.ʒən/ in IPA).
How do you use “subversion” in a sentence?
Here is “subversion” used in a sentence: “The regime accused the journalists of subversion for exposing corruption.”
What part of speech is “subversion”?
“Subversion” is a noun.
Where does the word “subversion” come from?
The word “subversion” comes from Latin. From Old French subversion, from Latin subversio.