이유 없는 폭력이나 파괴 행위가 고의적이고 무자비한.
Of a cruel, violent, or destructive action: deliberate and unprovoked.
예문:
"The community was outraged by the wanton destruction of the local park."
"He showed a wanton disregard for the safety of others while driving."
성적으로 부도덕하거나 방탕하고 음란한.
Sexually unrestrained or having many casual sexual relationships.
예문:
"The play was criticized for its portrayal of a wanton noblewoman."
"She was tired of the wanton rumors spread by her jealous neighbors."
식물 등이 아주 무성하게 자라거나 우거진.
Growing profusely or luxuriantly; lush.
예문:
"The castle walls were hidden beneath a layer of wanton ivy."
"Wildflowers grew in wanton abundance across the summer meadow."
성격이나 행동이 장난스럽고 변덕스러운.
Lively, playful, or capricious in nature.
예문:
"The wanton breeze tossed the fallen leaves across the garden path."
"A wanton kitten chased its own tail in circles on the rug."
성적으로 방탕하거나 음탕하게 행동하는 사람.
A person, typically a woman, who behaves in a sexually unrestrained way.
예문:
"In the moralistic tales of that era, the wanton always met a tragic end."
"She refused to be labeled a wanton simply for seeking her own independence."
장난치며 놀거나 즐겁게 뛰놀다.
To play, frolic, or behave in a lively and unrestrained manner.
예문:
"The children wantoned in the shallow waves of the beach all afternoon."
"Lambs wantoned in the green pastures as spring arrived."
돈이나 시간 등을 무모하게 탕진하거나 허비하다.
To waste or squander something, such as money or time, extravagantly.
예문:
"He wantoned away his fortune on gambling and luxury cars."
"The heir was criticized for wantoning his family's legacy in just a few years."