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PERVERSITY

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Perversity.

Perversity - as a noun

Deliberate and stubborn unruliness and resistance to guidance or discipline

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contrarinessperverseness
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fractiousnessunrulinesswilfulnesswillfulness
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Deliberately deviating from what is good

Example: "There will always be a few people who, through macho perversity, gain satisfaction from bullying and terrorism"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
perverseness

Example Sentences

"Her perversity shocked everyone at the party."
"His perversity in breaking the rules was legendary."
"The perversity of the situation made it difficult to find a solution."
"They were surprised by the perversity of the public's reaction."
"The writer's stories often explore themes of perversity."
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Word Game Points

Is PERVERSITY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, perversity is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PERVERSITY has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is PERVERSITY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, perversity is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PERVERSITY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is PERVERSITY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, perversity is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PERVERSITY has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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