noun
- a very strong desire for something
- strong sexual desire
Usage: often considered inappropriate in formal contexts
verb
- to have a very strong desire for something
Usage: usually followed by ‘after’ or ‘for’
Examples
- His lust for power eventually led to his downfall.
- She had a lust for adventure that took her around the world.
- The dictator’s lust for control knew no bounds.
- He lusted after the expensive sports car in the showroom.
- Many people lust for fame and fortune.
- The collector lusted for rare books and manuscripts.
- Her lust for knowledge drove her to read constantly.