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“subversive” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/sybvɛʁsif/

Example

Le film est jugé subversif par certains critiques.

The film is judged to be subversive by some critics.

Illustration for subversif (subversive)

How to say “subversive” in French

“Subversive” in French is subversif.

An idea or work that unsettles an established system and exposes its foundations to change.

Full entry for subversif: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with subversif

Son commentaire a été qualifié de subversif par des internautes.

His comment was called subversive by Internet users.

Tips for using subversif

  • The feminine form is subversive, as in "une œuvre subversive," while the masculine form is subversif.

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