LIBIDOS Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

libidos

noun

plural of libido

as in desires

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

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Recent Examples of libidos As for cosmic weather this week, the planets align on June 28, igniting our adventurous spirits and libidos, eager to live life in the moment and sojourn onward! — Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 28 June 2026 An often nude Scarlett Johansson traipses about Scotland and preys upon men with active libidos. — Randy Myers, Mercury News, 8 June 2026 Our libidos are also vulnerable to our overall mental health, life stressors, and the sense of intimacy in our relationships. — Dominique Fluker, Essence, 5 Aug. 2025

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Noun

With the current political climate, Love sees the hopelessness in the world and took it upon herself to create room for people to be a part of a community that desires to curate a safe space.

— Zuri Primos July 27, Kansas City Star, 27 July 2026
That panel voted last week in favor of removing restrictions on six peptides marketed for everything from wound healing to opioid withdrawal — exactly the outcome Kennedy desires, provided by people with a direct financial stake in delivering it.

— A.J. Russo, Baltimore Sun, 26 July 2026

Definition of desires

Noun

Informing your supporters that their problems are the result of a shadowy cabal of billionaire conspirators tends to unleash passions that can be difficult to control.

— Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 30 July 2026
As a result, companies mostly teamed up with social media accounts focused on sports teams and leagues, playing into fan passions.

— Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 28 July 2026

Definition of passions

Noun

Despite the oppressive heat, Xavi signs every single shirt and takes photos with members of the Johan Cruyff Foundation.

— Jay Harris, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Crumbled feta adds a salty tang, and a touch of chile brings pops of heat that balance the salad’s citrusy notes.

— Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 21 July 2026

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