GRE Word List
PERVERSE
turned away from what is right or good : corrupt
The meaning of the word perverse is turned away from what is right or good : corrupt.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| capitulate | to surrender often after negotiation of terms |
| caldron | a large kettle or boiler |
| detached | standing by itself : separate |
| brevity | shortness of duration |
| probity | adherence to the highest principles and ideals : uprightness |
| lap | a loose overlapping or hanging panel or flap especially of a garment |
| reputed | having a good repute : reputable |
| peruse | to examine or consider with attention and in detail : study |
| rebuttal | the act of rebutting especially in a legal suit |
| seethe | to suffer violent internal excitement |