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/
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
The lawyer tried to pervert justice by hiding key evidence from the court.
Per every corner, he tries to vert people away
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🎤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.
Breakdown
per- (thoroughly) + vert (turn, from Latin vertere) + -ert (variant form) = pervert (to turn thoroughly away from normal behavior)
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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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