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Word to meaning Meaning to word CARD 4 OF 5
Which word fits this meaning? Deliberately contrary to what is expected or reasonable; also contrary in an unexpected way.
adjective
Reveal word and examples perverse The character takes a perverse pleasure in rejecting advice merely because it is sensible. Dictionary practice example. A perverse reward rule offered the highest marks to reports admitting the fewest problems, encouraging concealment rather than accurate correction. From What the Report Actually Measures . Full dictionary entry How did you do before revealing the answer?
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