perverted

/pərˈvɜrtɪd/
adjective
  1. Changed from what is normal, natural, or morally right; twisted or distorted in a way that is considered wrong or harmful.
    • The dictator's perverted logic justified cruelty in the name of order.
    • The movie was criticized for its perverted view of justice.
    • He had a perverted sense of humor that made others uncomfortable.
  2. Relating to or showing abnormal sexual behavior or desires.
    • The police arrested him for possessing perverted materials.
    • She was disturbed by his perverted comments during the conversation.
    • The court heard evidence of his perverted actions toward minors.
verb
  1. Past tense of pervert: to cause someone or something to turn away from what is normal, good, or proper; to corrupt or distort.
    • The leader perverted the original mission of the organization.
    • Greed perverted his sense of fairness and honesty.
    • They perverted the truth to fit their own agenda.
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