Main Entry: lusty

Pronunciation: \ˈləs-tē\

Function: adjective

Inflected Form(s): lust·i·er; lust·i·est

Date: 13th century

1 archaic : merry, joyous
2 : lustful <lusty passion>
3 a : full of strength and vitality : healthy, vigorous <a young, lusty, growing country — Helen Harris> b : hearty, robust <a lusty beef stew> c : enthusiastic, rousing <a lusty rendition of the song>

synonyms see vigorous

— lust·i·ly \-tə-lē\ adverb

— lust·i·ness \-tē-nəs\ noun