subvert

transitive verb

To overthrow or destroy (a government or an established order or authority). synonym: overthrow.

To undermine, overturn, or render ineffective (a rule or an established notion, such as a stereotype, for example).

To cause to serve a purpose other than the original or established one; commandeer or redirect.

To undermine, mislead, or betray.

To overthrow; overturn; ruin utterly; destroy.