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libertinage

libertinage

9.9
A way of thinking that rejects religious and moral rules and supports free thought
  • noun
  • /ˌlɪbərˈtɪnɪdʒ/
  • Literature
translation icon : libertinaje
  • The philosopher's libertinage challenged the accepted views of his time.

Examples

  • His philosophy embraced libertinage as a form of personal freedom.

  • Many artists in the 18th century embraced libertinage as a way to explore new ideas.

  • Her outspoken libertinage often put her at odds with conservative members of society.

  • Many artists of the 18th century celebrated libertinage in their works.

  • In his writings, the author often explored themes of libertinage, promoting freedom of thought and lifestyle choices.

  • The salon became a center for discussions on libertinage, attracting thinkers who questioned societal norms.

  • Her advocacy for libertinage reflected her desire to encourage independent thinking among her peers.

Synonyms

free-thinking
vslibertinage
4 6.4

Forming your own opinions without following people in power, especially about religion

focuses more on openly rejecting moral and religious authority
nonreligion
vslibertinage
8.2

Belief that religion should be kept out of government and public life

includes wider rejection of moral authority and unorthodox private beliefs

Antonyms

orthodoxy
29 7.4

Traditional beliefs and practices accepted by a group, especially in religion

conformity
24 4.8

A state of behaving and thinking like most people or like rules say

How Unorthodox

iconoclasm
  • Formal
1 9.9
libertinage
  • Literature
9.9
free thought
1 7.2
to dissent
  • Formal
39 6.8
orthodoxy
29 7.4

Surface Forms

libertinage singular
libertinages plural

Morphology

libertinage = libertine (semi-transparent) = libertine + age

The philosophical sense is a specialized historical extension of 'libertine', so the meaning is only partly predictable from the form.

Etymology

Libertinage comes from the same root as liberty, meaning 'free', and was used for people who rejected old religious or moral rules. So libertinage also means an attitude of free thinking or not following accepted beliefs.