lascif

lascivious

adjective lah-SEEF Rare

Origin: From Latin lascivus, meaning 'wanton'.

Also means

lustful

Usage Note

Lascif is a literary or formal adjective describing sensual, sexually provocative behaviour or expression. The feminine form is lascive, with the final consonant audibly shifting from an 'f' to a 'v' sound. The adverb lascivement and the noun lascivité (f) belong to the same elevated register.

Examples

"Il lui lança un regard lascif."

Natural Translation

He gave her a lascivious look.

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