Debauchedly: meaning, definitions and examples

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debauchedly

 

[ dɪˈbɔːtʃədli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

moral behavior

Debauchedly refers to a manner characterized by excessive indulgence in sensual pleasures and morally corrupt behaviors. It describes actions that are licentious or extravagant, often involving a disregard for social norms or ethical standards.

Synonyms

dissolutely, hedonistically, immorally

Examples of usage

  • He lived debauchedly, attending wild parties every night.
  • The novel depicts the protagonist's debauchedly reckless lifestyle.
  • They spent the summer debauchedly on the lavish beaches of Ibiza.

Word origin

The term 'debauchedly' is derived from the root word 'debauch', which originates from the Old French 'debaucher', meaning 'to lead away from duty or rectitude'. This further traces back to the Latin 'de' meaning 'away' and 'baucere', which hints at seduction or leading astray. Historically, the concept of debauchery has been linked to moral decay and indulgence in luxuries, especially in the context of excesses in food, drink, and sexual behavior. Over centuries, the usage of the word has evolved but has retained its core meaning associated with a departure from ethical standards, particularly in Western literature and culture. The adverbial form emphasizing a manner of behavior arose as the concept of debauchery became more commonly critiqued in literature and moral discussions.