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corrupt vs subvert

subvert vs corrupt

corrupt is an adjective but subvert is not an adjective.

corrupt and subvert both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
corrupt No Yes Yes No
subvert No No Yes No
As verbs, corrupt and subvert are synonyms defined as:
  • corrupt and subvert: corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality
Other synonyms of corrupt include debase, debauch, demoralise, demoralize, deprave, misdirect, pervert, profane, vitiate.
corrupt (adjective) subvert (adjective)
lacking in integrity
not straight; dishonest or immoral or evasive
containing errors or alterations
touched by rot or decay
corrupt (verb) subvert (verb)
alter from the original to raze to the ground, also figuratively
place under suspicion or cast doubt upon cause the downfall of; of rulers
make illegal payments to in exchange for favors or influence destroy property or hinder normal operations
corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality
Difference between corrupt and subvert

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