perverse, adj.
freq. cnt. 2
freq. cnt. 2
marked by a disposition to oppose and contradict
<adj.all> freq. cnt.: 2 freq. cnt.: 2
perverse
sample sentences
"took perverse satisfaction in foiling her plans"
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deviating from what is considered moral or right or proper or good
<adj.all>
depraved perverse perverted reprobate
sample sentences
"depraved criminals""a perverted sense of loyalty"
"the reprobate conduct of a gambling aristocrat"
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resistant to guidance or discipline
<adj.all> freq. cnt.: 2 freq. cnt.: 2
contrary obstinate perverse wayward
sample sentences
"Mary Mary quite contrary""an obstinate child with a violent temper"
"a perverse mood"
"wayward behavior"
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