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Meaning of promiscuity
The state of having many casual sexual partners.
Etymology of promiscuity
The word "promiscuity" originates from the Latin "promiscuus," meaning "mixed," which is a combination of "pro" (meaning "forth" or "forward") and "miscere" (meaning "to mix").
Historically, the term has been used to describe a range of behaviors, from casual sex to indiscriminate socializing, but its primary connotation has been associated with sexual behavior.
Synonyms
promiscuousness
looseness
wantonness
licentiousness
debauchery
lewdness
lasciviousness
lustfulness
lubricity
randiness
rakishness
profligacy
dissipation
decadence
corruption
immorality
indecency
indecorum
unchastity
incontinence
intemperance
extravagance
wildness
lawlessness
disorderliness
unrestrainedness
unbridledness
shamelessness
immodesty
indecentness
obscenity
salaciousness
voluptuousness
sensuality
lubricousness
voluptuary
hedonism
sensualism
Definitions
- The state of having many casual sexual partners, or the quality of being sexually indiscriminate.
- * Indiscriminate or casual sexual relations, especially when considered to be morally unacceptable.
Usage Examples
- The high rates of promiscuity among young adults have been linked to an increased risk of sexually transmitted diseases.
- * The novel explores themes of promiscuity, love, and relationships in a contemporary urban setting.
- * The celebrity's promiscuity has been the subject of much media attention and public scrutiny.
Antonyms
monogamy
fidelity
chastity
abstinence
continence
self-control
restraint
moderation
temperance
prudence
discretion
decorum
modesty
reserve
reticence
shyness
timidity
demureness
coyness
purity
innocence
virtue
morality
decency
respectability