Main Entry:

lusty

Pronunciation:

\ˈləs-tē\

Function:

adjective

Inflected Form(s):

lust·i·er; lust·i·est

Date:

13th century

1archaic : merry, joyous2: 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