carnal — relating to physical, especially sexual, needs and activities
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to physical, especially sexual, needs and activities
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɑrnəl/
Korean meaning: 육체적인, 특히 성적 욕망과 관련된
Korean pronunciation: 카-널 (강세: 카)
Example Sentences
- The diet guru preached about avoiding carnal pleasures, but was caught sneaking cookies at midnight.
- She struggled between her spiritual beliefs and carnal impulses.
- The vampire's carnal thirst could only be satisfied by blood.
carnal
ADJECTIVE//ˈkɑrnəl//
relating to physical, especially sexual, needs and activities
A couple displays carnal attraction across their romantic dinner table
The colonel's journal reveals his carnal desires.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'carnalis' meaning 'of the flesh,' derived from 'caro' meaning 'flesh' or 'meat.' The word entered English through Old French and has been used since medieval times to describe physical and bodily desires.
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📝Examples
“The diet guru preached about avoiding carnal pleasures, but was caught sneaking cookies at midnight.”
“She struggled between her spiritual beliefs and carnal impulses.”
“The vampire's carnal thirst could only be satisfied by blood.”
“His carnal appetite for pizza was legendary among his friends.”
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