libertinage

Definitions of libertinage
  1. noun
    dissolute indulgence in sensual pleasure
    synonyms: dévergondage, immoralité
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    type of:
    intempérance, sybaritisme
    excess in action and immoderate indulgence of bodily appetites, especially in passion or indulgence
  2. noun
    the quality of lacking restraint
    synonyms: sans modération
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    antonyms:
    commande, contrainte, contrôle
    discipline in personal and social activities
    types:
    intempérance
    the quality of being intemperate
    gloutonnerie, goinfrerie
    habitual eating to excess
    type of:
    indiscipline
    the trait of lacking discipline
  3. noun
    a strong sexual desire
    synonyms: démangeaison, volupté
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    type of:
    attraction physique, désir sexuel
    a desire for sexual intimacy
  4. noun
    the quality of being lewd and lascivious
    synonyms: immoralité
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    type of:
    immoralité
    the quality of not being in accord with standards of right or good conduct
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