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Perverseness

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The quality or state of being deliberately contrary, stubborn, or deviating from what is considered normal or morally right.

Sense 1: The tendency to behave in a willfully contrary or obstinate manner.

Example: His perverseness was evident when he insisted on taking the longer route despite knowing it would cause delays.

Sense 2: The act of deliberately distorting or misinterpreting something.

Example: The comedian's perverseness in twisting the meaning of words added a humorous twist to her performance.

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