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Libido: Meaning, Usage & Examples in Simple English

    1. Definition & Meaning

    Libido (noun):
    Refers to a person’s sexual desire or drive — the natural instinct or urge for sexual activity.

    Simply put, libido means sexual desire or appetite.


    2. Pronunciation

    • IPA: /ˈlɪb.ɪ.doʊ/ or /ˈliːb.ɪ.doʊ/
    • Breakdown: LIB-i-doh or LEE-bi-doh

    3. Grammatical Formation

    Part of SpeechUsageExample
    NounLibido (usually uncountable)“His libido increased after exercise.”

    4. Synonyms

    sexual desire, sex drive, lust, passion, craving, erotic appetite, sexual urge, desire, arousal

    5. Antonyms

    lack of desire, low libido, disinterest, indifference, asexuality, aversion


    6. Related Terms

    • Sex drive: Another term for libido
    • Arousal: Physical and emotional response to sexual stimulation
    • Libidinal: Related to libido or sexual desire 

    • Eros: Greek god of love, sometimes used to mean sexual desire
    • Desire: Strong feeling of wanting something

    7. Common Collocations

    • high libido
    • low libido
    • increase libido
    • decrease libido
    • healthy libido
    • sexual libido
    • boost libido

    8. Idiomatic Usage & Expressions

    • “Boost libido” – To increase sexual desire

      “Certain foods are believed to boost libido naturally.”

    • “Low libido” – Having little or no sexual desire

      “Stress and fatigue can cause low libido.”

    • “High libido” – Having a strong sexual desire

      “He is known for his high libido.”


    9. Sample Sentences

    1. “Libido varies from person to person and can change over time.”
    2. “Some medications may reduce a person’s libido.”
    3. “Exercise and a healthy diet can help increase libido.”
    4. “She noticed a decrease in her libido after a stressful period.”
    5. “Couples sometimes discuss their libidos to improve their relationship.”