lust
🇬🇧 UK/lʌst/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions
n.
A strong feeling of sexual desire; an intense craving or longing
色欲,肉欲;强烈的渴望
v.
To feel strong sexual desire for someone; to crave intensely
渴望,贪求;动淫念
🧩 Root Breakdown
Native Englishlustother
=lust
Common Collocations
- 1.lust [for/after][对...的]渴望
- 2.[unbridled/unchecked] lust[放纵的/不受控制的]色欲
- 3.lust for [power/wealth/fame]对[权力/财富/名声]的渴望
Example Sentences
- 1.
His lust for power consumed all his thoughts.
- 2.
She felt a sudden lust for adventure and travel.