Subverted: meaning, definitions and examples

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subverted

 

[ səbˈvɜːrtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

political actions

Subverted refers to the act of undermining or overthrowing an established system, authority, or belief. This can involve covertly undermining someone's authority or the integrity of a system. The term often implies a more deceptive or clandestine approach to achieving a goal. Subversion can occur in various contexts, including politics, social movements, or even personal relationships.

Synonyms

destabilized, overthrown, overturned, undermined

Examples of usage

  • The group subverted the government through propaganda.
  • Her intentions were to subvert the traditional values of the community.
  • He subverted the existing power structures within the organization.

Translations

Translations of the word "subverted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 subvertido

🇮🇳 उलट दिया गया

🇩🇪 untergraben

🇮🇩 dikhianati

🇺🇦 підривний

🇵🇱 podważony

🇯🇵 転覆された

🇫🇷 subverti

🇪🇸 subvertido

🇹🇷 sabotaj edildi

🇰🇷 전복된

🇸🇦 مُعطَّل

🇨🇿 podvracený

🇸🇰 podvrátený

🇨🇳 颠覆的

🇸🇮 podvržen

🇮🇸 undirgripið

🇰🇿 бұзылған

🇬🇪 დატრიალებული

🇦🇿 dəyişdirilmiş

🇲🇽 subvertido

Word origin

The term subvert originates from the Latin word 'subvertere,' which means 'to overthrow' or 'to turn from below.' In its evolution into the English language, it has retained these core meanings associated with undermining authority or established norms. The prefix 'sub-' indicates 'from below' or 'beneath,' while 'vertere' means 'to turn.' The usage of 'subverted' in political contexts became more prevalent during times of revolution or social upheaval, particularly in the 20th century, when new ideologies challenged existing power structures. Today, the term is often associated with insurgent activities, counter-culture movements, and various forms of social or political resistance.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,399, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.