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PRURIENT

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Prurient.

How to pronounce prurient:

US

Prurient - as an adjective satellite

Characterized by lust

Example: "Eluding lubricious embraces"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lubriciouslustfulsalacious

Prurient - as an adjective

Uneasy with desire; itching; especially, having a lascivious anxiety or propensity; lustful.

Arousing or appealing to sexual desire.

Curious, especially inappropriately so.

Example Sentences

"He had a prurient interest in his neighbor's personal life."
"The book was criticized for its prurient content."
"The movie attracted controversy due to its prurient scenes."
"She found his prurient jokes offensive."
"The magazine was known for its prurient articles."
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Word Game Points

Is PRURIENT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, prurient is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PRURIENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is PRURIENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, prurient is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PRURIENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is PRURIENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prurient is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PRURIENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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