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Dissolutely: meaning, definitions and examples

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dissolutely

 

[ dɪˈsɒl.jʊt.li ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

moral behavior

Dissolutely refers to a manner of living that is morally lax or indulgent. It implies a disregard for conventional standards of behavior and often suggests a focus on sensual pleasures or excesses.

Synonyms

debauchingly, immorally, licentiously

Examples of usage

  • He lived dissolutely, paying no heed to the consequences of his actions.
  • The character in the novel behaved dissolutely, leading to his downfall.
  • Dissolutely, she pursued a life filled with parties and indulgences.

Translations

Translations of the word "dissolutely" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dissoluto

🇮🇳 विलासी

🇩🇪 zügellos

🇮🇩 berfoya-foya

🇺🇦 розпусний

🇵🇱 rozpustny

🇯🇵 放蕩な

🇫🇷 dissolu

🇪🇸 disoluto

🇹🇷 aşırı serbest

🇰🇷 방탕한

🇸🇦 مُنحل

🇨🇿 rozmařilý

🇸🇰 rozmařilý

🇨🇳 放荡的

🇸🇮 razuzdan

🇮🇸 lauslátur

🇰🇿 бұзақы

🇬🇪 რესპუბლიკელი

🇦🇿 dissolut

🇲🇽 disoluto

Etymology

The word 'dissolutely' comes from the Latin 'dissolutus', which is the past participle of 'dissolvere' meaning 'to loosen or dissolve'. The prefix 'dis-' implies a reversal or negation, while 'solutus' means loosened. Over time, the term evolved in Middle English to signify a form of indulgence that is excessive or lacking restraint. In literature and philosophical discussions, especially during the Renaissance and Enlightenment periods, the concept of dissoluteness often emerged in the context of critique against hedonism and moral decline. It has been used in various literary works to depict characters who embrace a lifestyle devoid of moral boundaries, often leading to their eventual ruin.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,297, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.