lusty

[ luhs-tee ]

adjective

, lust·i·er, lust·i·est.

1. full of or characterized by healthy vigor.

   Synonyms: stout, sturdy, strong, robust

   Antonyms: weak, feeble

2. hearty, as a meal.
3. spirited; enthusiastic.
4. lustful; lecherous.

lusty

/ ˈlʌstɪ /

adjective

1. having or characterized by robust health
2. strong or invigorating

   a lusty brew

3. lustful

Derived Forms

• ˈlustily, adverb
• ˈlustiness, noun

Other Words From

• lusti·ly adverb
• lusti·ness noun
• over·lusti·ness noun
• over·lusty adjective
• un·lusty adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of lusty¹

Middle English word dating back to 1175–1225; lust, -y ¹

Example Sentences

Through the back of the green in two lusty blows, it was now down to touch, feel and nerve.

From BBC

Some lusty blows from Tim David saw the visitors finish strongly after Sole and Currie had stemmed the flow of runs slightly.

From BBC

Biden was greeted with a lusty ovation lasting more than 4½ minutes, by far the longest of the night.

From Los Angeles Times

Fresh from four months in federal prison, Navarro arrived on stage to a long and lusty ovation.

From Los Angeles Times

The formerly geeky Colin is freshly returned from a trip around the continent with six-pack abs and a journal full of lusty adventures.

From Salon

Related Words

• hearty
• robust