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Promiscuous

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Having or characterized by many sexual relationships or casual encounters.

Sense 1: Engaging in sexual activity with multiple partners.

Usage: Promiscuous behavior is often considered risky and can lead to sexually transmitted infections.

Example Sentence 1: Sarah was known for her promiscuous lifestyle in college.

Example Sentence 2: The promiscuous nature of the rock star's relationships was well-documented in the tabloids.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Demonstrating or implying an undiscriminating or unselective approach.

Sense 2: Indiscriminate in the choice of sexual partners or indiscriminate in using available opportunities for sexual activity.

Usage: His promiscuous selection of social media platforms allowed him to reach a wider audience.

Example Sentence 1: The company's promiscuous marketing strategy targeted various demographics simultaneously.

Example Sentence 2: She had a promiscuous taste in music, enjoying a wide range of genres.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Existing in large numbers, amounts, or quantities.

Sense 3: Occurring frequently or commonly.

Usage: Promiscuous use of pesticides can have detrimental effects on the ecosystem.

Example Sentence 1: The promiscuous use of the term "literally" has diluted its original meaning.

Example Sentence 2: The city experiences promiscuous rainfall in the summer months.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: In a promiscuous manner.

Sense 4: In a manner characterized by many sexual relationships or casual encounters.

Usage: He lived promiscuously, constantly seeking new partners.

Example Sentence 1: The celebrity's reputation stemmed from his lifestyle, as he lived promiscuously.

Example Sentence 2: She indulged in promiscuously dating various individuals to avoid commitment.

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