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pervert

Definition

  • verb: to change (something good) so that it is no longer what it was or should be
  • verb: to cause to turn aside or away from what is good or true or morally right
  • synonyms: corrupt, deprave, degrade

Examples

  • She was convicted of 'perverting justice' [=('US') 'obstructing justice'] for lying to the police.

  • movies that 'pervert' the minds of young people by glorifying violence

  • They 'perverted' the truth to help further their careers.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) of your children! Scar, let me... Don't call me that. Don't call me that! You are a weirdo little man-child! Give me two seconds, and I can explain this! You are a pervert! Get out, and get out, and get out. JANE: You can leave. Well, this isn't exactly the inconspicuous relationship I wanted. (..)
    2009 17 Again