lust
word
/ˈɫəst/
luhst
/lˈʌst/
luhst
Definition
A strong, often intense sexual desire. It can also mean an intense desire for something, not just in a sexual sense.
Usage & Nuances
Usually refers to strong sexual desire and is formal or literary; in some contexts, it can mean strong craving for power, money, etc. 'Lust' is different from 'love' (deeper emotion) and 'like' (milder). Often used in religious or moral discussions.
Spanish: lujuria - deseo sexual intensoPortuguese (BR): luxúria - desejo intenso (sexual)Portuguese (PT): luxúria - desejo intenso (sexual)Chinese (Simplified): 色欲 - 强烈渴望 (性)Chinese (Traditional): 色慾 - 強烈渴望 (性)Hindi: वासना - तीव्र इच्छा (यौन)Arabic: شهوة - رغبة جنسية قويةBengali: লালসা - কামনাRussian: похоть - страстное желаниеJapanese: 欲望（よくぼう）- 色欲（しきよく）Vietnamese: dục vọng - thèm muốn mãnh liệtKorean: 욕망 - 색욕Turkish: şehvet - arzuUrdu: شہوت - رغبتIndonesian: nafsu - hasrat kuat
Example Sentences
He was overcome with lust.
basic
Some people have a lust for power.
basic
Lust is one of the seven deadly sins.
basic
There’s a big difference between lust and real love.
natural
He looked at her not with love, but with lust in his eyes.
natural
Sometimes people mistake lust for attraction, but it’s not the same.
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