Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

licentious

adjective
/laɪˈsɛnʃəs/
Definition
Unrestrained by law or general morality; disregarding accepted rules and standards.
Examples
  • His licentious lifestyle eventually led to his downfall.
  • The novel portrays a society that had become licentious and morally corrupt.
Meaning
Licentious refers to behavior that is overly indulgent, especially in a sexual context, often violating social norms or moral standards.
Synonyms
  • Immoral
  • Licentious
  • Debauched
  • Lecherous
  • Wicked