noun

bloodlust

BLUHD-luhst

Bloodlust (noun) means a strong desire for violence and killing. Example: “The crowd's bloodlust grew as the fight went on.”

noun

A strong desire for violence and killing.

"The crowd's bloodlust grew as the fight went on."

How to use bloodlust

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA craving for violence or bloodshed.

Common pairings

satisfy one's bloodlust a wave of bloodlust

bloodlusts plural

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From "blood" plus "lust," describing a craving for bloodshed.

What does “bloodlust” mean?

The word “bloodlust” means a strong desire for violence and killing. In plain terms, a craving for violence or bloodshed.

How do you pronounce “bloodlust”?

“Bloodlust” is pronounced BLUHD-luhst (/ˈblʌdˌlʌst/ in IPA).

How do you use “bloodlust” in a sentence?

Here is “bloodlust” used in a sentence: “The crowd's bloodlust grew as the fight went on.”

What part of speech is “bloodlust”?

“Bloodlust” is a noun.