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Libertine

usgb/ˈlɪbərtiːn/Volume
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Negative ConnotationPlay
The term 'libertine' usually suggests negative behavior, often objectionable by societal standards. SlideThe scandalous tales of the marquis branded him a libertine.
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Literary UsePlay
In literature, a libertine character may symbolize freedom or rebellion against societal norms. SlideThe novel's hero was a charismatic libertine who challenged the status quo.
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Often MisusedPlay
Some people confuse 'libertine' with 'libertarian'; the former relates to moral conduct, the latter to political freedom. SlideWhile libertarians advocate for minimal state intervention, a libertine cares not for moral restraints.