Perverse (Adjective)

Meaning ¹

Marked by a disposition to oppose and contradict; "took perverse satisfaction in foiling her plans".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Related Words

• Perverseness (noun)

Meaning ²

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".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Synonyms

• Perverted
• Reprobate
• Depraved

Related Words

• Perverseness (noun)
• Perversity (noun)

Meaning ³

Resistant to guidance or discipline; "Mary Mary quite contrary"; "an obstinate child with a violent temper"; "a perverse mood"; "wayward behavior".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Synonyms

• Contrary
• Obstinate
• Wayward

Related Words

• Perverseness (noun)
• Perversity (noun)