Concupiscent: meaning, definitions and examples
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concupiscent
[ kษnหkyuหpษชsษnt ]
sexual desire
The term concupiscent refers to having a strong sexual desire or appetite. It describes a state of being characterized by lustful inclinations and passionate wants. The word is often used in literary or philosophical contexts to explore themes of human passion and desire. It can imply an uncontrolled or excessive longing for physical pleasure or intimacy.
Synonyms
lecherous, libidinous, lustful, sensual.
Examples of usage
- He had a concupiscent nature that often led him into romantic entanglements.
- The poet wrote about the concupiscent thoughts that filled his mind when he saw her.
- In literature, characters are sometimes depicted with a concupiscent personality that drives the plot.
Translations
Translations of the word "concupiscent" in other languages:
๐ต๐น concupiscente
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคพเคฎเฅเค
๐ฉ๐ช geil
๐ฎ๐ฉ bernafsu
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟัะธัััะฐัะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ poลผฤ dliwy
๐ฏ๐ต ๆฌฒๆใฎใใ
๐ซ๐ท concupiscent
๐ช๐ธ concupiscente
๐น๐ท ลehvetli
๐ฐ๐ท ์๋ง์ด ์๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ูุดูุชููู
๐จ๐ฟ touลพรญcรญ
๐ธ๐ฐ tรบลพiaci
๐จ๐ณ ๆธดๆ็
๐ธ๐ฎ ลพeleฤ
๐ฎ๐ธ รพyrstur
๐ฐ๐ฟ าาฑะผะฐั
๐ฌ๐ช แกแฃแ แแแแแก แแฅแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ hษvษsli
๐ฒ๐ฝ concupiscente
Etymology
The word concupiscent is derived from the Latin 'concupiscentem', the present participle of 'concupiscere', which means 'to desire greatly'. This Latin term is a composite of 'con-' meaning 'with' and 'cupere' meaning 'to desire'. The evolution of the term into the English language reflects a historical focus on sexuality, desire, and human passions, often discussed in theological and philosophical texts during the Medieval period. The use of 'concupiscent' is often tied to debates regarding morality and the nature of human cravings, particularly in the context of Christianity, where it is sometimes associated with sin. Over time, the term has been adopted in various literary and academic discussions to express nuanced attitudes towards desire.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #40,890, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.
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