Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of noun subversive
1 sense of subversive
Sense 1
revolutionist, revolutionary, subversive, subverter -- (a radical supporter of political or social revolution)
=> radical -- (a person who has radical ideas or opinions)
Antonyms of adj subversive
1 sense of subversive
Sense 1
insurgent, seditious, subversive -- (in opposition to a civil authority or government)
INDIRECT (VIA disloyal) -> loyal -- (steadfast in allegiance or duty; "loyal subjects"; "loyal friends stood by him")
Similarity of adj subversive
1 sense of subversive
Sense 1
insurgent, seditious, subversive -- (in opposition to a civil authority or government)
=> disloyal (vs. loyal) -- (deserting your allegiance or duty to leader or cause or principle; "disloyal aides revealed his indiscretions to the papers")