Libertinism

usgb/ˌlɪbərˈtiːnɪzəm/
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A philosophical approach advocating for the pursuit of pleasure and indulgence, with a disregard for moral constraints.

His lifestyle was a reflection of his commitment to libertinism, as he openly pursued all forms of pleasure.
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social libertinism, moral libertinism, philosophical libertinism

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Understanding libertinism requires recognizing its philosophical roots in hedonism rather than viewing it merely as excess.

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