libido
li·bi·do
noun \lə-ˈbē-(ˌ)dō also ˈli-bə-ˌdō\ plural li·bi·dos
Definition of LIBIDO
1
: instinctual psychic energy that in psychoanalytic theory is derived from primitive biological urges (as for sexual pleasure or self-preservation) and that is expressed in conscious activity
2
: sexual drive
Examples of LIBIDO
- Lack of libido may be a sign of depression.
Origin of LIBIDO
New Latin libidin-, libido, from Latin, desire, lust, from libēre to please — more at love
First Known Use: 1909
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