wanton

《Collins English Dictionary》

Adjective

wanton (adj.)

1. deliberate and without motive or provocation; uncalled-for
2. reckless or malicious, especially in the infliction of harm or damage
3. (of a woman) sexually immodest or promiscuous
4. extravagantly or excessively luxurious, as a person, manner of living, or style

Noun

wanton (n.)

1. a wanton person, especially a woman
2. archaic: a pampered and spoiled person, especially a woman

Usage

This word is sometimes confused with the similar-sounding wonton, which refers to a type of Chinese dumpling.

Additional Information

Synonyms: reckless, malicious, extravagant, dissolute, promiscuous

Antonyms: responsible, cautious, modest, frugal

《Oxford English Dictionary》

Adjective

wanton (adj.)

1. deliberate and unprovoked
2. (of a cruel or violent action) deliberate and unprovoked
3. sexually immodest or promiscuous
4. extravagantly or excessively luxurious, as a person, manner of living, or style

Noun

wanton (n.)

1. a sexually immodest or promiscuous woman
2. a pampered or spoiled person

Usage

Wanton can also be used as a verb, meaning "to behave in a sexually promiscuous manner."

Additional Information

Synonyms: reckless, malicious, extravagant, dissolute, promiscuous

Antonyms: responsible, cautious, modest, frugal

Examples

1. She had a wanton disregard for the safety of others. (她对他人的安全毫不顾忌。)
2. The vandals caused wanton destruction in the park. (那些破坏者在公园里肆意破坏。)
3. He accused her of being a wanton woman. (他指责她是一个放荡的女人。)
4. The prince lived a wanton life of luxury. (王子过着奢华放荡的生活。)
5. The gossip magazine portrayed her as a wanton. (那本八卦杂志将她描绘成一个放荡的女人。)
6. She was labeled as a wanton for her promiscuous behavior. (她因为她的放荡行为被贴上了放荡的标签。)
7. His wanton actions led to the downfall of the company. (他肆意的行为导致了公司的垮台。)
8. She was criticized for her wanton spending habits. (她因为她奢侈的消费习惯而受到批评。)
9. The wanton destruction caused by the hurricane was devastating. (飓风造成的肆意破坏是毁灭性的。)
10. She was seen as a wanton for her multiple affairs. (因为她有多次婚外情，她被视为一个放荡的女人。)
11. He accused her of being wanton and immoral. (他指责她放荡不羁，道德败坏。)
12. The wanton woman scandalized the conservative community. (这个放荡的女人使保守的社区感到震惊。)
13. She lived a wanton life of luxury and excess. (她过着奢华放纵的生活。)
14. He was known for his wanton extravagance. (他以奢侈放纵闻名。)
15. The wanton was the subject of much gossip and speculation. (这个放荡的女人成为了许多八卦和推测的对象。)
16. She was criticized for her wanton disregard for the rules. (她因为对规则的肆意漠视而受到批评。)
17. His wanton behavior caused a rift in their friendship. (他肆意的行为导致了他们友谊的裂痕。)
18. She accused him of wanton cruelty. (她指责他肆意的残忍。)
19. The wanton spent her days partying and indulging in pleasure. (那个放荡的女人整天玩乐，沉溺于享乐。)
20. He was disgusted by her wanton actions. (他对她的放荡行为感到厌恶。)
21. The wanton was ostracized by society. (这个放荡的女人被社会所排斥。)