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lust — meaning in English

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English meaning

lust noun A strong feeling of desire, especially sexual desire.

Senses

lust is used for these senses in English:

lust A feeling of strong desire, especially such a feeling driven by sexual arousal.
lust (archaic) A general want or longing, not necessarily sexual.
lust (archaic) A delightful cause of joy, pleasure.

lust — full definition

noun A strong feeling of desire, especially sexual desire.
noun A powerful longing or craving for something, not necessarily sexual.
verb To feel a strong desire for someone or something.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Dutch words

wellust begeerte verlangen plezier begeren lusten smachten