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Subversive Definition & Meaning

subversive
adjective
  1. in opposition to a civil authority or government
noun
  1. a radical supporter of political or social revolution

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What does subversive mean?
in opposition to a civil authority or government a radical supporter of political or social revolution
What part of speech is subversive?
Subversive is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does subversive have?
Subversive has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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