lascivious
3 synonyms and 2 antonyms for lascivious, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Showing an excessive or improper interest in sex; lewd.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use lascivious
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
lascivious remarks
lascivious behavior
a lascivious grin
A formal or literary word, often used in legal or disapproving contexts rather than casual speech.
Etymology
From Latin lascivus, meaning "playful" or "wanton," which took on a more sexual overtone over time.
Full origin of lascivious →Frequently asked questions
What does “lascivious” mean?
The word “lascivious” means showing an excessive or improper interest in sex; lewd.
How do you pronounce “lascivious”?
“Lascivious” is pronounced luh-SIH-vih-uhs (/ləˈsɪvi.əs/ in IPA).
How do you use “lascivious” in a sentence?
Here is “lascivious” used in a sentence: “The judge called the comments lascivious and inappropriate for the workplace.”
What part of speech is “lascivious”?
“Lascivious” is an adjective.
Where does the word “lascivious” come from?
The word “lascivious” comes from Latin.
