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libertinism

lib·er·tin·ism
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [lib-er-tee-niz-uh m, -ti-]
    • /ˈlɪb ər tiˌnɪz əm, -tɪ-/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [lib-er-tee-niz-uh m, -ti-]
    • /ˈlɪb ər tiˌnɪz əm, -tɪ-/

Definitions of libertinism word

  • noun libertinism libertine practices or habits of life; disregard of authority or convention in sexual or religious matters. 1
  • noun libertinism A lifestyle or pattern of behavior characterized by self-indulgence and lack of restraint, especially one involving sexual promiscuity and rejection of religious or other moral authority. 1

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Origin of libertinism

First appearance:

before 1605
One of the 40% oldest English words
First recorded in 1605-15; libertine + -ism

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Parts of speech for Libertinism

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

libertinism popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 63% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 65% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

libertinism usage trend in Literature

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Synonyms for libertinism

noun libertinism

  • anarchy — If you describe a situation as anarchy, you mean that nobody seems to be paying any attention to rules or laws.
  • animalism — satisfaction of or preoccupation with physical matters; sensuality
  • arrogance — the quality or state of being arrogant; overbearing pride or self-importance
  • audacity — Audacity is audacious behaviour.
  • boldness — not hesitating or fearful in the face of actual or possible danger or rebuff; courageous and daring: a bold hero.

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