promiscuity
noun/ˌprɑmɪˈskjuɪti/
Frequency rank: #17,001 most common English word
Meaning
The practice of having many sexual partners indiscriminately.
Example sentence
The documentary explored how promiscuity can contribute to the rapid spread of sexually transmitted infections.
Synonyms & related words
- licentiousness
- lewdness
- debauchery
- wantonness
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