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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

Twisted away from what is normal, correct, or moral.

"The scandal revealed a perverted sense of justice within the department."

Relating to sexual behavior considered abnormal or deviant.

"The messages he sent were disturbing and perverted."

How to use perverted

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDistorted from what's normal or right — often specifically about sexual deviance.

Word forms

more perverted comparative, most perverted superlative

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Etymology

From pervert + the past-participle ending -ed.

Antonyms

normophilic

Related words

normophilic pervy

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.

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