adjective
Uncommon
perverted
Perverted (adjective) means Twisted away from what is normal, correct, or moral. Example: “The scandal revealed a perverted sense of justice within the department.”
adjective
1
Twisted away from what is normal, correct, or moral.
"The scandal revealed a perverted sense of justice within the department."
2
Relating to sexual behavior considered abnormal or deviant.
"The messages he sent were disturbing and perverted."
How to use perverted
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDistorted from what's normal or right — often specifically about sexual deviance.
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more perverted
- Superlative
- most perverted
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Etymology
From pervert + the past-participle ending -ed.
Synonyms
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Related words
Rhymes for perverted
averted
alerted
inserted
deserted
asserted
diverted
inverted
reverted
converted
concerted
introverted
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Frequently asked questions
What does “perverted” mean?
The word “perverted” means twisted away from what is normal, correct, or moral.
How do you use “perverted” in a sentence?
Here is “perverted” used in a sentence: “The scandal revealed a perverted sense of justice within the department.”
What is the opposite of “perverted”?
The opposite of “perverted” — its antonyms — is normophilic.
What part of speech is “perverted”?
“Perverted” is an adjective.
Is “perverted” a common word?
“Perverted” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “perverted” have?
“Perverted” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: twisted away from what is normal, correct, or moral.
