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licentious

/ˈlɪsɛnʃəs/ adjective · British & US
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What does licentious mean?

adjective

Given to or characterized by sexual immorality; unchaste. Excessively indulgent or extravagant in sexual behavior or appetite.

Example

"The licentious lifestyle of the wealthy elite was a subject of scandal and gossip."

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