lust
Translation
lust, strong desire, craving
Examples
He was driven by lust.
He was driven by lust.
She had a lust for power.
She had a lust for power.
Grammar Patterns
lust ((for sth.)) a strong desire for something She had a lust for power.
Similar Words
Synonyms: desire, passion, craving; Antonyms: aversion, disgust
Etymology
From Old English 'lust' meaning 'desire, pleasure', cognate with German 'Lust'.
Memory Tips
Lust is a desire you feel you *must* have.