pervert vs modify

pervert is a noun but modify is not a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
pervert	Yes	No	Yes	No
modify	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, modify is a hypernym of pervert; that is, modify is a word with a broader meaning than pervert:

Other hypernyms of pervert include alter, change.

pervert (noun)	modify (noun)
a person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable especially in sexual behavior

pervert (verb)	modify (verb)
change the inherent purpose or function of something	make less severe or harsh or extreme
practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive	add a modifier to a constituent
corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality	cause to change; make different; cause a transformation