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Another word for perverse

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Adjective

  1. Utterly reprehensible in nature or behavior

    See also:

    good

    clean

  2. Tenaciously unwilling to yield

    See also:

    resist

  3. Given to acting in opposition to others

    See also:

    support

    attitude

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Another word for perverse

Modifier

  1. Obstinate

    See also:

    obstinate

    contrary

  2. Inclined to opposition and bad temper

    See also:

    irritable

    contrary

  3. Erring

    See also:

    contrary

    wicked

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Sentence Examples

  • The scepticism which challenges the whole collection may be set aside as radically perverse and unreasonable.

  • Kyle found a perverse enjoyment from hurting other people.

  • The main object of the Austrian chancellor probably was to let Napoleon once more show to the world his perverse obstinacy.

  • His perverse thoughts were so disturbing so he decided to try seeing a therapist.

  • The boys' perverse behavior of running up the down escalator brought attention from the security guards.

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