lusty

Etymology

Middle English lusty, lusti (“mirthful, pleasant, delicious, delightful”) from lust (“desire, appetite”) +‎ -y, -i. Compare Middle Dutch lustich (Dutch lustig (“cheerful”)), Middle High German lustic (German lustig (“amusing”)), Old Norse lostigr (Swedish lustig (“funny”), Danish lystig (“merry”)). More at lust, -y.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /lʌsti/
• Rhymes: -ʌsti

Adjective

lusty (comparative lustier, superlative lustiest)

1. Strong, healthy and vigorous.
2. Hearty and enthusiastic.
3. (informal) Given to experiencing lust; enjoying physical sensations; lustful.

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4. (obsolete) beautiful; handsome; pleasant.
   • Edmund Spenser

     So lovedst thou the lusty Hyacinct;
     So lovedst thou the faire Čoronis deare.

5. (obsolete) of large size; big.
   • Evelyn

     Three lusty vessels.

Alternative forms

• lusti

Etymology

From lust +‎ -y, though note Old Norse lostigr.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈlustiː/

Adjective

lusty

1. pleasant, delightful
2. eager, happy
3. fine, good
4. good-quality, useful
5. life-giving
6. lustful