Meaning & Definition of Perverse in English
English⟶
Perverse
/pərvərs/
adjective
1. Marked by a disposition to oppose and contradict
- "Took perverse satisfaction in foiling her plans"
synonym:
- perverse
2. Resistant to guidance or discipline
- "Mary mary quite contrary"
- "An obstinate child with a violent temper"
- "A perverse mood"
- "Wayward behavior"
synonym:
- contrary,
- obstinate,
- perverse,
- wayward
3. Deviating from what is considered moral or right or proper or good
- "Depraved criminals"
- "A perverted sense of loyalty"
- "The reprobate conduct of a gambling aristocrat"
synonym:
- depraved,
- perverse,
- perverted,
- reprobate