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subverts


Meanings
  • Verb

    To overthrow or undermine (an established view or authority)

  • Verb

    To turn something from a desired or normal state


Synonyms

subvertisement
Rhymes
Words rhyming with subverts
herbs , serves , curves , surves
Variants
List of all variants of subverts that leads to same result
subvert , subverted , subverter , subverters , subverting , subverts
Etymology
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Originally meant 'to turn around' in Latin, later came to mean 'to overthrow' in English.


Trivia
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  1. The word 'subverts' is often used in the context of politics to describe someone who opposes or undermines an established authority or system.

  2. The term 'subversive' was originally used to describe literature that challenged societal norms or values.


Related Concepts
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  1. counter-narrative: A story that challenges or contradicts the dominant narrative or perspective.

  2. satire: A form of literature that uses humor, irony, and exaggeration to criticize or ridicule society or human behavior.


Culture
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In literature, 'subverts' is often used to describe a work that challenges or overturns expectations, such as a subversive novel or film.

How to Memorize "subverts"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize the word 'subverts' as a verb meaning 'to overthrow'. Imagine turning something upside down or overturning a table.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'subverts' with the idea of challenging or overturning something. Think of words like 'rebel', 'revolutionary', or 'insurgent'.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by remembering the word 'subverts' as 'turns up' or 'overturns'.


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