licentious
Example Sentences
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Monica dedicated her life to prayers for the salvation of her family, especially her disreputable and licentious son, Augustine.
From Washington Post • May 10, 2018
The gangster of the ’30s belonged to an era of licentious chaos.
From Slate • Sep. 1, 2017
They were middle class, not rich but stable, and the church provided an enveloping community; Kimbanguists follow strict rules, which forbid alcohol, tobacco, visiting night clubs, and other licentious entertainment.
From The New Yorker • Nov. 9, 2015
In a heated exchange, DSK accused prosecutors of making exaggerated claims to paint him as a licentious figure.
From Time • Feb. 13, 2015
Then may I feel no more sins cruel fire, But to the grave in faith and peace retire; And weep no more for the licentious wrongs Of judgments rash or scourge of slanderous tongues.”
From Journal of Dr. Elias Cornelius, a Revolutionary Surgeon by Cornelius, Elias
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
