English adjective: perverse | |||
| 1. | perverse marked by a disposition to oppose and contradict | ||
| Samples | Took perverse satisfaction in foiling her plans. | ||
| Similar | negative | ||
| Antonyms | positive, neutral | ||
| 2. | perverse resistant to guidance or discipline | ||
| Samples | Mary Mary quite contrary. An obstinate child with a violent temper. A perverse mood. Wayward behavior. | ||
| Synonyms | contrary, obstinate, wayward | ||
| Similar | disobedient | ||
| Antonyms | obedient | ||
| 3. | perverse deviating from what is considered moral or right or proper or good | ||
| Samples | Depraved criminals. A perverted sense of loyalty. The reprobate conduct of a gambling aristocrat. | ||
| Synonyms | depraved, perverted, reprobate | ||
| Similar | corrupt | ||
| Antonyms | incorrupt | ||