1. tending to corrupt or lead astray from what is considered right or acceptable
Usage: formal

Examples

• The committee warned against the perversive influence of certain online content.
• Parents were concerned about the perversive effects of violent video games.
• The documentary examined the perversive impact of social media on young minds.
• Critics argued that the new policy would have a perversive effect on democratic values.
• The teacher discussed how perversive messages in advertising can shape behavior.
• Researchers studied the perversive nature of extremist propaganda.