subvert

Definition

To overturn from the foundation; to overthrow; to ruin utterly.

Etymology

From Middle English subverten, from Old French subvertir, from Latin subvertō (“to overthrow”, literally “to underturn, turn from beneath”).

Example Sentences

• "He […] razeth your cities, and subverts your towns."
• ", Book IV, Chapter XVIII This would be to subvert the principles and foundations of all knowledge."
• "The oppressive regime stays in power only as long as they manage to subvert the will of the people."