Synonyms for Lustful

Definition of lustful

adjective
  1. characterized by lust; "eluding the lubricious embraces of her employer"; "her sensuous grace roused his lustful nature"; "prurient literature"; "prurient thoughts"; "a salacious rooster of a little man"
  2. driven by lust; preoccupied with or exhibiting lustful desires; "libidinous orgies"
  3. vigorously passionate

9 synonyms found

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