Lusty

Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -ÊŒsti

Origin

Middle English lusty, lusti ("mirthful, pleasant, delicious, delightful") from lust("desire, appetite") + -y. 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.

Full definition of lusty

Adjective

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

Derived terms

• lustily
• lustiness