Promiscuous ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Promiscuous ( adjective )

1. Having many casual sexual partners.
2. Lacking discrimination; indiscriminate.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from latin promiscuus "mixed" (from pro- "together" + miscere "to mix") + -ous.

Examples:

1. He had a reputation for being promiscuous.
2. Her promiscuous behavior led to her getting pregnant.
3. The young man's promiscuous lifestyle led to him contracting an STI.
4. The party was filled with promiscuous people looking for a hookup.
5. His promiscuous attitude towards relationships was not healthy.

(As a noun)

Promiscuous ( noun )

1. Having many casual sexual partners.
2. Lacking discrimination; indiscriminate.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from latin promiscuus "mixed" (from pro- "together" + miscere "to mix") + -ous.

Examples:

1. He had a reputation for being promiscuous.
2. Her promiscuous behavior led to her getting pregnant.
3. The young man's promiscuous lifestyle led to him contracting an STI.
4. The party was filled with promiscuous people looking for a hookup.
5. His promiscuous attitude towards relationships was not healthy.