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subversive

Pronunciation: /səbˈvɝsɪv/

The English word “subversive” has 3 meanings listed here.

adjective

  1. Intending to subvert, overturn, undermine or debase.

noun

  1. A radical supporter of political or social revolution.
  2. One who subverts, a saboteur, provocateur, or propagandist.

Etymology

See subvert and -ive.

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