Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dissolute
Adjective
/ˈdɪs.ə.luːt/
Definition
Lacking restraint in the pursuit of pleasure; indulgent in sensual pleasures.
Examples
- The dissolute lifestyle of the artist led to many wild parties.
- Many dissolute characters often find themselves in trouble due to their excesses.
- Despite his dissolute nature, he was able to charm everyone around him.
Meaning
To be dissolute means to live life without any moral or ethical boundaries, especially in regards to indulgence and pleasure-seeking.
Synonyms
- Licentious
- Degenerate
- Raucous
- Reckless
- Immoral
