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 |
|---|---|
| effectual | producing or able to produce a desired effect |
| actuarial | of or relating to actuaries |
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| bohemian | a native or inhabitant of Bohemia |
| incarnation | the act of incarnating : the state of being incarnate |
| apocryphal | of doubtful authenticity : spurious |
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| deleterious | harmful often in a subtle or unexpected way |
| ominous | being or exhibiting an omen : portentous |
| futile | serving no useful purpose : completely ineffective |