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lustfulness

[/ˈlʌstfəlnəs/]
noun
luxúria
1. The quality or state of being lustful; strong or excessive sexual desire
His lustfulness was evident in his behavior towards others.
Sua luxúria era evidente em seu comportamento em relação aos outros.
2. An intense, passionate, or greedy desire for something
The lustfulness for power corrupted the politician.
A luxúria pelo poder corrompeu o político.
Synonyms
lustlecherousnesslasciviousnesslecherysensualitydesirepassion
Antonyms
chastitycontinencerestraintmodestypurity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
luxúria
Most common term used in Brazilian Portuguese
Brazil
sensualidade excessiva
Alternative phrase emphasizing excessive sensuality
Portugal
luxúria
Standard term used in European Portuguese
Portugal
libidinagem
More formal/literary alternative

Related Idioms & Phrases

lust for power
lust after someone
burning lust
unbridled lust
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