Adjective
/lasˈsi.βo/
"Lascivo" in Spanish describes a person or behavior that shows strong sexual desire or is inwardly inclined towards sensuality, often in an overtly inappropriate or immoral manner. It can connote an attitude of lewdness or lustfulness.
The frequency of use in Spanish is moderate; it is more commonly found in written texts such as literature and formal discussions rather than in everyday conversations. However, it can appear in artistic contexts as well.
El arte lascivo a menudo provoca controversia en la sociedad.
Lascivious art often provokes controversy in society.
Su mirada lasciva hizo que todos se sintieran incómodos.
His lascivious gaze made everyone feel uncomfortable.
La novela está llena de descripciones lascivas que desafían las normas sociales.
The novel is full of lascivious descriptions that challenge social norms.
The word "lascivo" is not particularly common in idiomatic expressions, but it can still be used in certain contexts where sensuality or lust is emphasized.
Decir que alguien tiene un carácter lascivo es asistir a un espectáculo de doble moral.
To say someone has a lascivious character is to attend a show of double standards.
En la fiesta, algunos se permitían comportamientos lascivos que se consideraban inapropiados.
At the party, some allowed themselves lascivious behaviors that were considered inappropriate.
El humor lascivo en la obra de teatro fue recibido con risas, pero también con críticas.
The lascivious humor in the play was met with laughter, but also with criticism.
The term "lascivo" comes from the Latin word "lassivus," which means "wanton" or "lewd." It is connected to a sense of excess in desire and engages directly with themes of sexual indulgence.
Synonyms: - Indecente (indecent) - Inmoral (immoral) - Lujurioso (lustful)
Antonyms: - Casto (chaste) - Puritano (puritanical) - Modesto (modest)