adj
lusty
LUHS-tee
adj
1
Full of energy and vigour; strong and healthy.
"The baby let out a lusty cry the moment it was born."
2
Hearty, enthusiastic, and full of life.
"The crowd gave a lusty rendition of the national anthem."
How to Use Lusty
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishVigorous and full of hearty energy.
Common pairings
lusty cheer
lusty cry
lusty appetite
Word Forms
lustier comparative, lustiest superlative
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Etymology
From Middle English lusty ("pleasant, delightful"), from lust + -y; the meaning shifted over time from "pleasurable" to "vigorous and hearty."