When Does Dissolute Mean?

When Does Dissolute Mean?

: lacking restraint especially : marked by indulgence in things (such as drink or promiscuous sex) deemed vices (see vice entry 1 sense 1) leading a dissolute lifestyle the dissolute and degrading aspects of human nature — Wallace Fowlie.

What is an example of dissolute?

The definition of dissolute is immoral and involved in improper conduct. An example of someone dissolute is a person who commits adultery.

What is a dissolute person called?

A licentious, dissolute person. profligate. libertine. debauchee.

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