Social Norms And Deviance Vocabulary

3 words in this vocabulary list

noun a feeling or expression of disapproval; censure or condemnation

  • The committee expressed their disapproval of the new policy proposal.
  • My parents showed their disapproval when they saw my messy room.
  • I could tell by the look on her face that she was throwing some major shade of disapproval.
  • The dark clouds looming overhead seemed to cast a shadow of disapproval over the town.

adjective an adjective describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case 'oversexed' describes someone who is excessively interested in or preoccupied with sex

  • The psychologist diagnosed the patient as oversexed due to their excessive sexual thoughts and behaviors.
  • I heard that guy is totally oversexed, always hitting on everyone at the bar.
  • She's so oversexed, it's like she can't go a day without talking about it.
  • The media portrayed the character as oversexed, using their sexuality to manipulate others.

noun the practice of engaging in sexual activities with a variety of partners without commitment or emotional attachment

  • The study aimed to investigate the factors contributing to promiscuity among young adults.
  • She was known for her promiscuity in college, always dating multiple people at once.
  • I heard he's into some serious promiscuity, hooking up with different people every weekend.
  • The promiscuity of ideas in his mind led to a lack of focus in his work.