Synonyms

libertinism

American

[lib-er-tee-niz-uhm, -ti-] / ˈlɪb ər tiˌnɪz əm, -tɪ- /

Or libertinage

noun

libertine practices or habits of life; disregard of authority or convention in sexual or religious matters.

Etymology

Origin of libertinism

First recorded in 1605–15; libertine + -ism

Example Sentences

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Contrary to the crusty, chaotic libertinism of their shows, the band is disarmingly sweet and funny in person despite being duly crude.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

Camp vulnerability and country vibes mingle in a mashup of queer exuberance and Marie Antoinette libertinism: between songs, Roan waves a pink feather fan.

From Salon • Feb. 19, 2026

As a flip side to his alleged libertinism, Hart was a moral scold.

From The Guardian • Nov. 5, 2018

Still, the inevitability of that battle doesn't require embracing strategic libertinism at every turn and hardening your battles lines at every front.

From New York Times • Sep. 29, 2018

Asceticism and libertinism always go hand in hand.

From The Evolution of Love by Schleussner, Ellie

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