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Licentious

Description:

Licentious is an adjective that describes someone who freely indulges in immoral or sexual behavior without following societal rules or norms.

Senses:

1. Engaging in immoral or sexual behavior without restraint
2. Disregarding conventional rules or moral principles

Usages:

Popular usage:

1. Sam's licentious lifestyle was the talk of the town.

2. The country's tabloids were filled with stories of the licentious activities of the celebrities.

Local usage:

1. In Las Vegas, licentious behavior is quite common due to the city's reputation for indulgence.

2. The licentious parties thrown by the wealthy elite shocked the conservative small town.

Sample Sentences:

1. The licentious couple scandalized their neighbors with their promiscuous behavior.

2. The religious leader condemned the licentious practices of the modern society.

3. The novel vividly portrayed the licentious atmosphere of the roaring twenties.

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