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perverse

adjective

Reveal meaning and examples

Deliberately contrary to what is expected or reasonable; also contrary in an unexpected way.

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.