perverted

/pərˈvʌrdəd/
/pəˈvʌtɪd/
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Other forms: pervertedly

Definitions of perverted
  1. adjective
    (used of sexual behavior) showing or appealing to bizarre or deviant tastes
    synonyms: kinky
    abnormal, unnatural
    not normal; not typical or usual or regular or conforming to a norm
  2. adjective
    deviating from what is considered moral or right or proper or good
    “a perverted sense of loyalty”
    synonyms: depraved, perverse, reprobate
    corrupt
    lacking in integrity
  3. adjective
    having an intended meaning altered or misrepresented
    “a perverted translation of the poem”
    synonyms: distorted, misrepresented, twisted
    artful, disingenuous
    not straightforward or candid; giving a false appearance of frankness
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