Meaning & Definition of word "Perverse"
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Perverse
/pərˈvɜrs/
adjective:
- 1. Showing a deliberate and obstinate desire to behave in a way that is unreasonable or unacceptable.
- Example: His perverse sense of humor often offended people rather than amused them.
- 2. Contrary to the accepted or expected standard or practice.
- Example: The artist’s perverse approach to traditional techniques challenged established norms.
- 3. Pervading or marked by a sense of wickedness or immorality.
- Example: She was drawn to the perverse thrill of the forbidden.
Etymology
Latin 'perversus', meaning twisted or corrupted.
Common Phrases and Expressions
perverse incentive:
A situation where an incentive leads to undesirable behavior.
perverse logic:
A form of reasoning that is contrary to common sense or conventional thinking.
Related Words
perversely:
In a manner that is contrary to what is expected.
perversion:
A distortion or corruption of something from its original course.
Slang Meanings of perverse
Meaning: Twisted or offbeat in a humorous context.
Example Sentence: He's got some perverse jokes that always make me laugh.
Meaning: Suggesting an inappropriate interest in taboo subjects.
Example Sentence: Her perverse fascination with horror films is well-known among friends.