lust
/lʌst/
verb
- To have a very strong desire for something, especially something that is not appropriate or is forbidden.
- He lusted after the championship title for years.
- She lusted after the beautiful antique vase in the shop window.
- They lusted for revenge after the unfair defeat.
noun
- A very strong desire for something, especially power, money, or success.
- She could not control her lust for fame and recognition.
- His lust for power drove him to make unethical decisions.
- The explorer's lust for adventure took him to remote corners of the world.
- A very strong sexual desire.
- Ancient myths often warn against the dangers of uncontrolled lust.
- The novel describes a character consumed by lust.
- He felt a powerful lust that clouded his judgment.