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fleshly

/ˈfleʃ.li/

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adjective

/ˈfleʃ.li/C2formalobsolete
  • ruУстаревшее прилагательное, относящееся к физическому телу, часто с оттенком чувственных или плотских желаний, в противоположность духовным вопросам.

An archaic adjective relating to the physical body, often with connotations of sensual or carnal desires, as opposed to spiritual matters.

  1. Relating to the bodyC1formal

    Pertaining to the physical body, as opposed to the spirit or mind.

    ruПлотский

    • The philosopher contrasted fleshly desires with spiritual aspirations.
    • He was preoccupied with fleshly pleasures and material comforts.
    • The poem explores the tension between fleshly existence and the soul.

    Synonymsbodilycarnalcorporalcorporealphysicalsomatic

    Antonymsincorporealmentalpsychicspiritual

  2. Sensual or carnalC1formal

    Relating to physical, especially sexual, appetites and desires.

    ruПлотский

    • The novel vividly describes the fleshly temptations of the court.
    • She rejected the fleshly advances of her suitor.
    • The artist's work often celebrates fleshly beauty and passion.

    Synonymsbodilycarnaleroticlasciviouslibidinouslustfulphysicalsensualsexualvoluptuouswanton

    Antonymscelestialchasteplatonicpurespiritual

Forms
  • fleshlier comparative form
  • fleshliest superlative form
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