# debauchery

/dəˈbɔtʃɝi/ (US) · /dɪbˈɔːtʃəɹi/ (UK) · CEFR C2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/debauchery
Updated: 2026-05-27

## Definition

a time of wild, immoral, or very bad behavior. It often describes a party or a period where people do things that are against the rules or the law.

For teachers: a period of immoral or licentious behavior, typically involving excessive indulgence in sensual pleasures. Often carries a strong moralistic or religious tone.

## Examples

- The town was known for its debauchery and wild parties.
- The novel explores the debauchery of the French court in the years leading up to the revolution.
- Historians often debate whether the perceived debauchery of the court was a genuine reflection of the era or a calculated political tool used by critics to undermine the monarchy.

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