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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

profligate

/ˈprɒflɪɡeɪt/ adjective · British & US
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What does profligate mean?

adjective

Given to extravagance or recklessness in the use of resources, especially money; wastefully extravagant.

Example

"The profligate spending of the company led to its financial downfall."

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