1. the act of trying to destroy or damage an established system, institution, or government
2. the process of corrupting or weakening something from within

Examples

• The government accused the group of planning subversion against the state.
• His constant criticism was seen as subversion of the company’s authority.
• The spy was charged with acts of subversion and treason.
• They feared the subversion of democratic values by extremist groups.
• The novel explores themes of political subversion and resistance.
• Social media can be used as a tool for subversion of traditional power structures.