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Perversity
01
the intentional deviation from what is considered right or good
Example
The criminal 's perversity led him to commit crimes for no apparent reason.
His perversity in always taking the opposite viewpoint annoyed his colleagues.
The company 's decision to use environmentally harmful materials showed a certain perversity.
02
deliberate and stubborn unruliness and resistance to guidance or discipline
Example
The criminal's perversity led him to commit crimes for no apparent reason.
His perversity in always taking the opposite viewpoint annoyed his colleagues.
The company's decision to use environmentally harmful materials showed a certain perversity.
Her perversity in rejecting help from others resulted in her isolation.
The student's perversity in refusing to follow instructions caused frustration among the teachers.
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