ˈpräflə̇gəsē, -lēg-, -si noun
( -es )
Etymology: profligate + -cy
1. : the quality or state of being profligate
the profligacy of the English plays … and novels of that age is a deep blot on our national fame — T.B.Macaulay
2. : a thoroughly dissolute character or way of life : continuous dissipation
3. : reckless wastefulness and extravagance