Perversion

Pronunciation: /pərˈvɜrʒən/

Definitions of perversion

noun an abnormal or immoral behavior or practice

Example Sentences

A1 I don't understand the perversion of that joke.

A2 The movie depicted a disturbing perversion of reality.

B1 Some people view tattoos as a form of cultural perversion.

B2 The artist's work explores themes of sexuality and perversion.

C1 The novel delves into the depths of human perversion and desire.

C2 The documentary sheds light on the perversion of justice within the legal system.

Examples of perversion in a Sentence

formal The psychologist studied the roots of sexual perversion in his patient.

informal I can't believe he's into that kind of perversion.

slang That movie was so twisted, full of perversion!

figurative The perversion of justice in that case was evident to all.

Grammatical Forms of perversion

• past tense: perverted
• plural: perversions
• comparative: more perverted
• superlative: most perverted
• present tense: perverts
• future tense: will pervert
• perfect tense: have perverted
• continuous tense: is perverting
• singular: perversion
• positive degree: perverse
• infinitive: pervert
• gerund: perverting
• participle: perverted

Origin and Evolution of perversion

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'perversion' originated from the Latin word 'perversio', which means a turning away from what is right or good.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'perversion' has evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings, including sexual deviance or distortion of something from its original form or meaning.