GRE Word List

SUBVERSIVE

the act of subverting : the state of being subverted

The meaning of the word subversive is the act of subverting : the state of being subverted.

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compromisesettlement of differences by arbitration or by consent reached by mutual concessions
mordantbiting and caustic in thought, manner, or style : incisive
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indicativeserving to indicate
orificean opening (such as a vent, mouth, or hole) through which something may pass
citeto call upon officially or authoritatively to appear (as before a court)
pristinebelonging to the earliest period or state : original
insidioushaving a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle
espionagethe practice of spying or using spies to obtain information about the plans and activities especially of a foreign government or a competing company
gavelrent or tribute in medieval England