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English noun: lust

1. lust (feeling) a strong sexual desire


Synonymslecherousness, lustfulness


Broader (hypernym)concupiscence, eros, physical attraction, sexual desire

2. lust (act) self-indulgent sexual desire (personified as one of the deadly sins)


Synonymsluxuria


Broader (hypernym)deadly sin, mortal sin


English verb: lust

1. lust (consumption) have a craving, appetite, or great desire for


Synonymscrave, hunger, starve, thirst


Pattern of useSomebody ----s PP


Broader (hypernym)desire, want









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