Immoderations

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. Excessive or unrestrained behavior that lacks moderation; actions or tendencies that deviate significantly from reasonable limits; characterized by a lack of restraint, leading to extreme behaviors or indulgences
2. Behaviors or practices that are unreasonably excessive or lavish in nature; tendencies to go beyond acceptable bounds in various aspects of life; manifestations of a lack of moderation resulting in extremes
3. The quality of being excessive in action or indulgence; situations or practices characterized by an absence of moderation; instances where behaviors exceed typical or acceptable standards

Etymology: "Immoderations" is the plural of "immoderation," so each example of excess or lack of restraint counts as one instance. The plural is used when someone is listing or comparing particular lapses rather than the quality itself. The noun is built from the prefix "in-," meaning "not," and "moderation." Moderation comes from Latin "moderatio," which derives from "moderari," "to keep within measure." That verb is rooted in "modus," meaning "measure," "manner," or "limit." The same root gives English "mode" and "modest," so the family shares a core idea of staying within proper bounds.

Synonyms: excesses, overindulgences, intemperances

Antonyms: moderations, restraints