perverse

Meanings

• adjective

  contrary to what is normal, reasonable, or expected; abnormal; reversed in nature or order; opposite in meaning or character

  - "His perverse behavior made it difficult for him to make friends."
  - "Despite her perverse sense of humor, she found joy in other people's misfortunes."

• adjective

  causing or tending to cause annoyance, irritation, or anger

  - "The constant beeping of the alarm was a perverse annoyance."
  - "His perverse refusal to follow instructions caused delays in the project."

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Pronunciation

1. /pəˈvɜːs/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

docile , innocent

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with perverse
hearses , verses , nurses , reverses

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Variants

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perverse , perversely , perverseness , perversenesses , perversities , perversity , polymorphous perverse

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Forms

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perversely, perverseness

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Etymology

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from Old French pervers, from perverter 'turn aside, corrupt, deceive'

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Trivia

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1. The term 'perverse' was used in medieval literature to describe someone who had turned away from the 'straight and narrow' path of righteousness.

2. The word 'perverse' is often used in legal contexts to describe behavior that is intentionally contrary to the law or to the interests of justice.

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Related Concepts

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1. obverse: The opposite of perverse, meaning facing or directed forward

2. persist: To continue in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition. Perverse behavior may be a form of persistence.

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Culture

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In literature, perverse is often used to describe characters who act against societal norms or expectations, such as in Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Tell-Tale Heart'. In art, perversity can be seen in the works of artists like Marquis de Sade and BDSM art. In music, perverse can be used to describe sounds or themes that are unconventional or shocking.

How to Memorize "perverse"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person acting in a way that is contrary to what is normal or expected. Imagine their facial expressions and body language as they defy societal norms.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'perverse' with the idea of something being opposite or reversed. Think of a mirror image or a reflection.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the 'P' in 'perverse' stands for 'persistently opposite'.

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