Adjective: perverse (perverser,perversest) pu(r)'vurs
- Deviating from what is considered moral, right, proper or good
"perverse criminals";
- depraved, perverted, reprobate
- Resistant to guidance or discipline; tending to do the opposite of what is normal or wanted
"a perverse mood";
- contrary[2], obstinate, wayward
- Marked by a disposition to oppose and contradict
"took perverse satisfaction in foiling her plans"
Derived forms: perversest, perverser
See also: corrupt, disobedient, negative
Encyclopedia: Perverse