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wanton

/ˈwɔntən/

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1 · adj.

deliberate and without justification, especially when causing harm

肆意的；无端的

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The court condemned the wanton destruction of the historic building.
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法院谴责了对这座历史建筑的肆意破坏。
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Pronunciation: /ˈwɔntən/

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