pervert
|per/vert|
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/ˈpɜːrvɜːrt/
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/ˈpɜːvɜːt/
distorting or corrupting
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pervert' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'pervertere,' where 'per-' meant 'thoroughly' and 'vertere' meant 'to turn.'
Historical Evolution
'pervertere' transformed into the Old French word 'pervertir,' and eventually became the modern English word 'pervert' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to turn thoroughly,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to corrupt or distort.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person whose sexual behavior is considered abnormal or unacceptable.
The police arrested the pervert lurking in the park.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41