LIBIDO Synonyms: 29 Similar and Opposite Words

libido

noun

Definition of libido

as in heat

technical a person's desire to have sex They have healthy libidos.

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Recent Examples of libido But Elliot’s best argument is ultimately himself—chiefly, his own vigorous libido, which his workaholic medical-student girlfriend, Minerva (a deader-than-deadpan Charli XCX), has long since lost interest in satiating. — Justin Chang, New Yorker, 24 July 2026 At diagnosis, most men are thinking about staying alive, not their libido. — Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 23 July 2026 When levels drop significantly below normal and a person begins to experience symptoms such as extreme fatigue, low libido or drastic muscle loss, testosterone replacement therapy with medical supervision can help. — Adam Stanaland, The Conversation, 20 July 2026 There is no question that testosterone replacement therapy can increase muscle mass, libido, and in some cases may result in changes in mood and behavior that some men find appealing. — Alexander P. Cole, STAT, 18 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for libido

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Noun

Engineered to protect hair from extreme heat, the Supersonic™ Travel uses intelligent heat control to measure temperature 100 times per second for healthier-looking, softer-feeling hair.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
Extreme heat in Europe is becoming increasingly frequent, evolving from a purely climate issue into an economic challenge.

— , CNBC, 4 Aug. 2026

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Rachel Ionata, a research and development manager at the center, said the effort is driven by a desire to preserve the environment for future generations.

— Joan Murray, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026
Additionally, several council members also spoke of the development as part of the eastern gateway to the city, indicating their desire to think big about what the site could be.

— Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2026