perverse vs worthy

perverse

adj
  • Obstinately in the wrong; stubborn; intractable. 

  • Morally wrong or evil; wicked; perverted. 

  • Turned aside while against something, splitting off from a thing. 

  • Ignoring the evidence or the judge's opinions. 

  • Wayward; vexing; contrary. 

verb
  • To pervert. 

worthy

adj
  • Admirable or honourable. 

  • Having worth, merit, or value. 

  • Deserving, or having sufficient worth. 

  • Suited; suitable; befitting. 

verb
  • To render or treat as worthy; exalt; revere; honour; esteem; respect; value; reward; adore. 

noun
  • A distinguished or eminent person. 

How often have the words perverse and worthy occurred in a corpus of books? (source: Google Ngram Viewer )