adj
lusty
LUHS-tee
Lusty (adj) means Full of energy and vigour; strong and healthy. Example: “The baby let out a lusty cry the moment it was born.”
adj
1
Full of energy and vigour; strong and healthy.
"The baby let out a lusty cry the moment it was born."
2
Hearty, enthusiastic, and full of life.
"The crowd gave a lusty rendition of the national anthem."
How to use lusty
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishVigorous and full of hearty energy.
Common pairings
lusty cheer
lusty cry
lusty appetite
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Word forms
- Comparative
- lustier
- Superlative
- lustiest
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Etymology
From Middle English lusty ("pleasant, delightful"), from lust + -y; the meaning shifted over time from "pleasurable" to "vigorous and hearty."
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Rhymes for lusty
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What does “lusty” mean?
The word “lusty” means full of energy and vigour; strong and healthy. In plain terms, vigorous and full of hearty energy.
How do you pronounce “lusty”?
“Lusty” is pronounced LUHS-tee (/ˈlʌsti/ in IPA).
How do you use “lusty” in a sentence?
Here is “lusty” used in a sentence: “The baby let out a lusty cry the moment it was born.”
What part of speech is “lusty”?
“Lusty” is an adjective.
Where does the word “lusty” come from?
The word “lusty” comes from Middle English. From Middle English lusty ("pleasant, delightful"), from lust + -y; the meaning shifted over time from "pleasurable" to "vigorous and hearty.".
How many meanings does “lusty” have?
“Lusty” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: full of energy and vigour; strong and healthy.
