Pronunciation: /səbˈvɜrsɪv/
noun a person who seeks to undermine or overthrow established authority
A1 The subversive was arrested for spreading anti-government propaganda.
A2 The group of subversives planned to overthrow the corrupt regime.
B1 The novel was considered subversive for its critique of societal norms.
B2 The artist's subversive artwork challenged traditional notions of beauty.
C1 The subversive tactics of the activist group led to widespread social change.
C2 The subversive nature of the film sparked controversy and debate among critics.
adjective intended to undermine or overthrow established authority
A1 The children's book had a subversive message about questioning authority.
A2 The comedian's subversive jokes challenged societal norms and conventions.
B1 The artist's subversive artwork critiqued political corruption and injustice.
B2 The novel's subversive themes explored the complexities of power and control.
C1 The filmmaker's subversive approach to storytelling pushed the boundaries of traditional cinema.
C2 The playwright's subversive plays provoked thought and discussion on controversial topics.
formal The artist's subversive artwork challenged societal norms and expectations.
informal Her subversive sense of humor always kept the office entertained.
slang That movie was so subversive, it totally flipped the script on traditional storytelling.
figurative His subversive ideas planted seeds of change in the minds of the younger generation.
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