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overturn vs subvert

subvert vs overturn

overturn is a noun but subvert is not a noun.

overturn and subvert both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
overturn Yes No Yes No
subvert No No Yes No
As verbs, overturn and subvert are synonyms defined as:
  • overturn and subvert: cause the downfall of; of rulers
Other synonyms of overturn include bring down, overthrow.
overturn (noun) subvert (noun)
the act of upsetting something
an improbable and unexpected victory
overturn (verb) subvert (verb)
change radically to raze to the ground, also figuratively
rule against cause the downfall of; of rulers
cancel officially destroy property or hinder normal operations
turn from an upright or normal position corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality
cause to overturn from an upright or normal position
cause the downfall of; of rulers
Difference between overturn and subvert

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