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颠覆

diān fù

HSK 7–9

Meaning

  • to topple (i.e. knock over)
  • to capsize
  • fig. to overturn (a regime, by plotting or subversion)
  • to undermine
  • to subvert

Definition

彻底改变或推翻原有的状态、观念、体制等。

To completely change or overthrow the original state, concept, system, etc.

Usage

常用于描述对传统、权威、常规的彻底变革或推翻，强调变化巨大且根本。

Often used to describe a thorough revolution or overthrow of traditions, authorities, or conventions, emphasizing drastic and fundamental change.

Examples

  • 1 这项新技术颠覆了我们对能源的理解。 (This new technology overturns our understanding of energy.)
  • 2 她的观点颠覆了传统美学观念。 (Her views subvert traditional aesthetic concepts.)
  • 3 这场革命颠覆了旧的社会秩序。 (This revolution overturned the old social order.)
  • 4 智能手机颠覆了人们的生活方式。 (Smartphones have revolutionized people's lifestyles.)
  • 5 这部电影的叙事方式颠覆了观众对悬疑片的预期。 (The film's narrative style subverts the audience's expectations of suspense movies.)

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