lustily

adverb

lust·​i·​ly ˈləstə̇lē How to pronounce lustily (audio)
-li
Synonyms of lustilynext
: in a lusty manner : vigorously, enthusiastically

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from lusty + -ly

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“Lustily.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lustily. Accessed 23 Dec. 2025.

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