Skip to main content

We're in Beta! Found a bug? Let us know using the feedback button at the bottom right.

↑↓ navigate ↵ open esc close
US /ləˈsɪviəs/ UK /ləˈsɪviəs/
Freq #35911

Meanings

  1. 1

Thesaurus

Synonyms
1 adj · feeling or openly... lewdlustfulsalaciouslibidinouswanton
Opposites
Word family
Derived forms lasciviouslylasciviousness
Related forms lustlecherylicentious

Etymology

From Latin lasciviosus, 'playful, wanton, or lustful,' from lascivia, 'playfulness or wantonness.' As the word passed into English, the broader idea of unrestrained playfulness narrowed toward sexual desire and lewd conduct.

Topics

markdown

Send feedback

What is this about?

Choose the closest match.

Optional — only if you'd like a reply.