Promiscuous

usgb/prəˈmɪskjuəs/
adjective

A person who has sexual relationships with a lot of different people without any serious commitment.

He warned his daughter about the promiscuous behavior of the boys in her class.
Visual representation of "promiscuous" - A person who has sexual relationships with a lot of different people without any serious commitment.

Often appears as...

  • promiscuous behavior
  • promiscuous lifestyle

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Disapproving

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Negative Connotation

The term can imply judgment and be seen as criticizing someone's sexual behavior.

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Celebrities often face scrutiny for their promiscuous reputations.
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Gender Bias

Historically, 'promiscuous' has been used more to describe women than men, which can be unfair.

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She was labeled promiscuous, while his identical behavior was ignored.
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Not Professional

Avoid using 'promiscuous' in professional settings as it can be inappropriate or offensive.

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In a medical context, use terms like 'non-monogamous' instead of 'promiscuous'.
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