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promiscuous vs wanton

wanton vs promiscuous

promiscuous is not a noun while wanton is a noun.

promiscuous and wanton both are adjectives.

promiscuous is not a verb while wanton is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
promiscuous No Yes No No
wanton Yes Yes Yes No
As adjectives, promiscuous and wanton are synonyms defined as:
  • promiscuous and wanton: casual and unrestrained in sexual behavior
Other synonyms of promiscuous include easy, light, loose, sluttish.
promiscuous (noun) wanton (noun)
lewd or lascivious woman
promiscuous (adjective) wanton (adjective)
not selective of a single class or person casual and unrestrained in sexual behavior
casual and unrestrained in sexual behavior occurring without motivation or provocation
promiscuous (verb) wanton (verb)
behave extremely cruelly and brutally
engage in amorous play
become extravagant; indulge (oneself) luxuriously
spend wastefully
waste time; spend one's time idly or inefficiently
indulge in a carefree or voluptuous way of life
Difference between promiscuous and wanton

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