pervert — a person whose sexual behavior is regarded as abnormal and unacceptable
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person whose sexual behavior is regarded as abnormal and unacceptable
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpɜːrvɜːrt/
Korean meaning: 성적 변태자, 도착자
Korean pronunciation: **퍼**벗
Example Sentences
- My friend thinks I'm a pervert just because I put pineapple on pizza.
- The corrupt politician tried to pervert the legal system for his own benefit.
- Don't pervert my innocent words into something dirty!
pervert
NOUN//ˈpɜːrvɜːrt//
a person whose sexual behavior is regarded as abnormal and unacceptable
A pervert lurks inappropriately watching children in the park
Per every corner, he tries to vert people away
Help a pervert convert to something better
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'pervertere', composed of 'per-' (thoroughly) and 'vertere' (to turn). The term originally meant 'to turn away' or 'to corrupt', and entered English through Old French in the 14th century.
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📝Examples
“My friend thinks I'm a pervert just because I put pineapple on pizza.”
“The corrupt politician tried to pervert the legal system for his own benefit.”
“Don't pervert my innocent words into something dirty!”
“Some people pervert the meaning of freedom to justify selfish behavior.”
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