pervert (Meaning)
pervert (n)
a person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable especially in sexual behavior
pervert (v)
corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality
practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive
change the inherent purpose or function of something
pervert (v. t.)
To turnanother way; to divert.
To turn from truth, rectitude, or propriety; to divert from a right use, end, or way; to lead astray; to corrupt; also, to misapply; to misinterpret designedly; as, to pervert one's words.
pervert (v. i.)
To become perverted; to take the wrong course.
pervert (n.)
One who has been perverted; one who has turned to error, especially in religion; -- opposed to convert. See the Synonym of Convert.
Synonyms & Antonyms of pervert
Synonyms:
- satyr
- reprobate
- heel
- debauchee
- blackguard
- scoundrel
- bankrupt
- cad
- incorrigible
- decadent
- rakehell
- knave
- miscreant
- rip
- delinquent
- profligate
- rogue
- rascal
- lecher
Antonyms:
No weak antonyms found.
pervert Sentence Examples
- The authorities were vigilant in monitoring online activities to prevent predators from attempting to pervert young minds.
- It's important to address the underlying issues that lead individuals to pervert the course of justice.
- The scandal revealed a disturbing tendency for those in power to pervert the principles of democracy for personal gain.
- He was known to pervert innocent remarks into something suggestive, making others uncomfortable.
- The cult leader sought to pervert the beliefs of his followers for his own twisted purposes.
- The company implemented strict policies to prevent employees from using their positions to pervert company resources.
- His attempts to pervert the truth were met with skepticism by those who valued honesty and integrity.
- The film depicted the struggles of a society attempting to resist the efforts of a dictator to pervert their freedoms.
- Online forums must be moderated to prevent trolls from perverting discussions with hate speech and misinformation.
- It's alarming how easily misinformation can pervert public opinion if left unchecked.
FAQs About the word pervert
a person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable especially in sexual behavior, corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality, practice sophistry; ch
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The authorities were vigilant in monitoring online activities to prevent predators from attempting to pervert young minds.
It's important to address the underlying issues that lead individuals to pervert the course of justice.
The scandal revealed a disturbing tendency for those in power to pervert the principles of democracy for personal gain.
He was known to pervert innocent remarks into something suggestive, making others uncomfortable.
