Libertines — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈli-bər-ˌtēn/ lib·er·tine

Meaning & Definition of Libertines

Libertines (noun)

  1. a freethinker especially in religious matters
  2. a person who is unrestrained by convention or morality; specifically, one leading a dissolute life

Libertines (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a person who has sunk below the normal moral standard

    "the legend of Don Juan depicts him as a playboy and libertine"

    similar: backsliders, debauchees, debauchers, decadents, degenerates, deviates, perverts, pervs, profligates, rakehells, rakes, rips
    related: bankrupts, delinquents, derelicts, incorrigibles, blackguards, cads, heels, knaves, miscreants, rascals, reprobates, rogues, scoundrels, villains, lechers, playboys, playgirls, satyrs
    near: saints

Related Entry: Libertine (noun)

Libertine is a different word from Libertines. The synonyms below are for libertine, not for libertines.

  1. a person who has sunk below the normal moral standard

    "the legend of Don Juan depicts him as a playboy and libertine"

    similar: backslider, debauchee, debaucher, decadent, degenerate, deviate, perv, pervert, profligate, rake, rakehell, rip
    related: sickie, sicko, bankrupt, delinquent, derelict, incorrigible, blackguard, cad, heel, knave, miscreant, rascal, reprobate, rogue, scoundrel, villain, lecher, playboy, playgirl, satyr
    near: saint

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Libertines

The most common words with a similar meaning to Libertines:

backsliders, debauchees, debauchers, decadents, degenerates, deviates, perverts, pervs, profligates, rakehells, rakes, rips

Related Words for Libertines

bankrupts, delinquents, derelicts, incorrigibles, blackguards, cads, heels, knaves, miscreants, rascals, reprobates, rogues, scoundrels, villains, lechers, playboys, playgirls, satyrs

Near Antonyms of Libertines

saints

Word Forms of Libertines

Derived words: libertine (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Libertines

Middle English, "freedman," borrowed from Anglo-French & Latin; Anglo-French libertin, borrowed from Latin lībertīnus, noun derivative from lībertīnus, adjective, "of a freedman," from lībertus "freedman" (probably back-formation from lībertās "freedom, liberty") + -īnus -ine:1

First known use: 1577

Frequently Asked Questions about Libertines

What does "Libertines" mean?

"Libertines" means a freethinker especially in religious matters. As a noun, it is defined as: a freethinker especially in religious matters.

What is another word for "Libertines"?

Other words for "Libertines" include backsliders, debauchees, debauchers, decadents, degenerates, deviates, perverts and pervs. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Libertines" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Libertines"?

There are 30 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Libertines". Common alternatives include backsliders, debauchees, debauchers, decadents, degenerates, deviates, perverts, pervs, profligates and rakehells.

How do you use "Libertines" in a sentence?

Examples of "Libertines" in a sentence: "the legend of Don Juan depicts him as a playboy and libertine".

Is "Libertines" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Libertines" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Libertines"?

"Libertines" is pronounced /ˈli-bər-ˌtēn/ and divided into syllables as lib·er·tine.

What is the origin of the word "Libertines"?

"Libertines" comes from Middle English, "freedman," borrowed from Anglo-French & Latin; Anglo-French libertin, borrowed from Latin lībertīnus, noun derivative from lībertīnus, adjective, "of a freedman," from lībertus "freedman" (probably back-formation from lībertās "freedom, liberty") + -īnus -ine:1. First known use: 1577.

What is another word for "Libertines" meaning "a person who has sunk below the normal moral standard"?

When "Libertines" (noun) means a person who has sunk below the normal moral standard, synonyms include backsliders, debauchees, debauchers, decadents, degenerates and deviates.