pervert

v. 1 turn (a person or thing) aside from its proper use or nature. 2 misapply (words etc.). 3 lead astray from right conduct or (esp. Religious) beliefs; corrupt. 4 (as perverted adj.) Showing perversion. n. Perverted person, esp. Sexually. [latin verto vers- turn]

v. t. To turnanother way; to divert.