subversively

sub·ver·sive

S s

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [suh b-vur-siv]
- /səbˈvɜr sɪv/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [suh b-vur-siv]
- /səbˈvɜr sɪv/

Definitions of subversively word

adjective subversively Also, subversionary [suh b-vur-zhuh-ner-ee, -shuh-] /səbˈvɜr ʒəˌnɛr i, -ʃə-/ (Show IPA). tending or intending to subvert or overthrow, destroy, or undermine an established or existing system, especially a legally constituted government or a set of beliefs. 1
noun subversively a person who adopts subversive principles or policies. 1

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Origin of subversively

First appearance:

before 1635

One of the 43% oldest English words

1635-45; < Latin subvers(us) (past participle of subvertere to subvert) + -ive

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Parts of speech for Subversively

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

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subversively popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 80% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data about 73% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Synonyms for subversively

adverb subversively

mutinously — disposed to, engaged in, or involving revolt against authority.

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