lusty

[ luhs-tee ]
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adjective,lust·i·er, lust·i·est.
  1. full of or characterized by healthy vigor.

  2. hearty, as a meal.

  1. spirited; enthusiastic.

  2. lustful; lecherous.

Origin of lusty

1
Middle English word dating back to 1175–1225; see origin at lust, -y1

Other words for lusty

Opposites for lusty

Other words from lusty

  • lust·i·ly, adverb
  • lust·i·ness, noun
  • o·ver·lust·i·ness, noun
  • o·ver·lust·y, adjective
  • un·lust·y, adjective

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British Dictionary definitions for lusty

lusty

/ (ˈlʌstɪ) /


adjectivelustier or lustiest
  1. having or characterized by robust health

  2. strong or invigorating: a lusty brew

  1. lustful

Derived forms of lusty

  • lustily, adverb
  • lustiness, noun

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