profligate
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British pronunciation
/pɹˈɒflɪɡˌe‍ɪt/

Definition & Meaning of "profligate"in English

profligate
01

acting in a shameless, overindulgent, and immoral manner

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Examples
The billionaire ’s profligate spending on luxury yachts and parties was widely criticized.
His profligate lifestyle led to a series of financial and personal troubles.
02

overly extravagant or wasteful, especially with money

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Despite their limited income, she remained profligate in her spending habits.
The company faced financial trouble due to the profligate management of funds.
Profligate
01

a dissolute man in fashionable society

02

a recklessly extravagant consumer

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