Perversión (en. Perversion)

/peɾβeɾˈsjon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Deviation or corruption of what is normal or natural.
The perversion of the truth has become common in politics.
La perversión de la verdad se ha vuelto común en la política.
Treatment or attitude that implies cruelty or malice.
The work explores the perversion of humanity in extreme situations.
La obra explora la perversión del ser humano en situaciones extremas.
Act that involves sexual practices considered deviant.
The novel addresses themes of perversion in love.
La novela aborda temas de perversión en el amor.

Etymology

From Latin 'perversio', meaning 'the act of diverting.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

perversion of justice
Alteration or manipulation of the judicial system to achieve personal ends.
perversión de la justicia
perversion of common sense
Interpretation of situations in an illogical or irrational manner.
perversión del sentido común

Related Words

perverted
A person who acts contrary to accepted moral norms.
pervertido
depravity
Condition of being deviated from what is morally acceptable.
depravación

Slang Meanings

Excessive or unusual change in norms.
His behavior is a true perversion of what is considered normal.
Su comportamiento es una verdadera perversión de lo que se considera normal.
Unconventional sexual practices.
He talks about his love life and mentions a perversion that surprises everyone.
Habla de su vida amorosa y menciona una perversión que sorprende a todos.