lust
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noun \ˈləst\Definition of LUST
2
: usu. intense or unbridled sexual desire : lasciviousness
3
a : an intense longing : craving <a lust to succeed> b : enthusiasm, eagerness <admired his lust for life>
See Examples of LUST
- He was consumed by lust.
- He was driven by a lust for power.
- Lust for chocolate drew her into the candy store.
Origin of LUST
Middle English, from Old English; akin to Old High German lust pleasure and perhaps to Latin lascivus wanton
First Known Use: before 12th century
Related to LUST
- Synonyms
- ardor, concupiscence, eros, eroticism, horniness, itch, lustfulness, passion
- Antonyms
- apathy, indifference
2lust
intransitive verbDefinition of LUST
: to have an intense desire or need : crave; specifically : to have a sexual urge
First Known Use of LUST
12th century
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