libertine

noun
UK: /ˈlɪbətiːn/
US: /ˈlɪbərˌtin/

  1. A person, usually a man, who lives freely without moral restraint, especially in sexual matters.

    1. He lived as a libertine.
    2. The duke was known as a libertine, indulging in many affairs and scandalous behaviors.

  2. A person who is unrestrained by convention or morality.

    1. She saw him as a libertine.
    2. The artist embraced a libertine philosophy, rejecting societal norms in his work and lifestyle.

Synonyms

rake debauchee hedonist dissolute licentious profligate
libertine adjective

  1. Characterized by disregard of morality, especially in sexual matters.

    1. It was a libertine lifestyle.
    2. His libertine behavior shocked the conservative members of the community, who disapproved of his lifestyle.

  2. Free from moral or sexual restraint; licentious.

    1. A libertine attitude.
    2. The film depicted the libertine atmosphere of the French court, where pleasure was prioritized above all else.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "libertine" in English means: A person, usually a man, who lives freely without moral restraint, especially in sexual matters., A person who is unrestrained by convention or morality..

The phonetic transcription of "libertine" is /ˈlɪbətiːn/ in British English and /ˈlɪbərˌtin/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "libertine": rake, debauchee, hedonist, dissolute, licentious, profligate.

Example usage of "libertine": "He lived as a libertine.". More examples on the page.