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perverso

/perˈvɛr.so/adjectiveC1
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Meaning

perverse, twisted

  • morally unacceptable, twisted, or corrupt
  • contrary to what is normal, reasonable, or expected

In a sentence

Ha dimostrato una logica perversa per giustificare quell'errore.

He showed a twisted logic to justify that mistake.

Non capisco il suo perverso senso dell'umorismo.

I don't understand his perverse sense of humour.

Provava un piacere perverso nel vedere gli altri in difficoltà.

He took a twisted pleasure in seeing others in difficulty.

Word forms (4)
WordWord forms
perversomasculine · singular
perversafeminine · singular
perversimasculine · plural
perversefeminine · plural

Usage notes

  • Can describe an action, a logic, a desire, or a person.

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