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Lust: meaning, definitions and examples

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lust

 

[ lสŒst ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

sexual desire

Lust is a strong feeling of sexual desire. It is a powerful craving or longing, often accompanied by intense emotions and physical sensations.

Synonyms

craving, desire, longing, passion

Examples of usage

  • She couldn't resist the lust she felt for him.
  • His eyes burned with lust as he looked at her.
  • Their lust for each other was palpable.
Context #2 | Noun

strong desire for something

Lust can also refer to a strong desire for something other than sexual pleasure. It can be an intense longing or craving for material possessions, power, or success.

Synonyms

ambition, craving, greed, longing

Examples of usage

  • He had a lust for power that drove him to extreme measures.
  • Their lust for wealth blinded them to the needs of others.
Context #3 | Verb

have a strong sexual desire for someone

To lust is to have a strong sexual desire for someone. It implies a passionate longing or craving for physical intimacy.

Synonyms

crave, desire, long for, want

Examples of usage

  • He lusted after her from the moment he saw her.
  • She could feel his eyes lusting after her.

Translations

Translations of the word "lust" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น luxรบria

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเคพเคธเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Lust

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ nafsu

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพั…ั–ั‚ัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ poลผฤ…danie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆฌฒๆœ› (yokubou)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท luxure

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ lujuria

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ลŸehvet

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์š•๋ง (yokmang)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดู‡ูˆุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ chtรญฤ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ chtรญฤ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฌฒๆœ› (yรนwร ng)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ poลพelenje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ girnd

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›าฑะผะฐั€ะปั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ•แƒœแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลŸษ™hvษ™t

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ lujuria

Etymology

The word 'lust' originated from Middle English 'lust' and Old English 'lust', meaning 'desire, appetite, pleasure'. It has been used to describe intense desires and cravings since ancient times, often associated with the Seven Deadly Sins in Christian theology. The concept of lust has been explored in various religious, philosophical, and literary texts throughout history, highlighting its complex and often controversial nature.

See also: luster, lustre, lustrous.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,170 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.