immoderation
[ ih-mod-uh-rey-shuhn ]
noun
lack of moderation.
Origin of immoderation
1First recorded in 1535–45, immoderation is from the Latin word immoderātiōn- (stem of immoderātiō). See im-2, moderation
Words Nearby immoderation
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How to use immoderation in a sentence
On the contrary, I am a man of vehement disposition, with violent enthusiasms, and extreme immoderation in all my passions.
Perspective-changing experiences, good or bad, can lead to richer lives | Sujata Gupta | September 1, 2021 | Science NewsThis immoderation of her clothes, the fright she was in—so nervous at first that she could hardly stand—became her very ill.
The Life and Death of Richard Yea-and-Nay | Maurice HewlettBut here it was done everywhere and at all hours and in all degrees of immoderation and vulgarity.
Children of the Market Place | Edgar Lee MastersIn addition to the immoderation characterizing our life, how much have the fruits themselves lost in excellence?
Commentary on Genesis, Vol. II | Martin LutherI am making strenuous efforts to speak with immoderation of an "infallible institution."
The Story of Joan of Arc | M. M. Mangasarian
Just eating him alone was eating pickled oysters in immoderation.
The Idiot at Home | John Kendrick Bangs
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