fleshly
fleshly — adjective
- fleshlypositive
- fleshliercomparative
- fleshliestsuperlative
1. of or connected with the human body as a material object, seen in contrast to th
of or connected with the human body as a material object, seen in contrast to the mind, soul, or spirit.
Medieval philosophers often discussed the difference between fleshly needs and spiritual goals.
attributive use: fleshly needs / fleshly body
The poet wrote about the conflict between fleshly pleasures and the pursuit of virtue.
In many traditions, the fleshly body is seen as temporary compared to the eternal soul.
The hermit viewed his fleshly existence as a brief stage on the way to something eternal.
This painting contrasts the fleshly form with the mystery of the unseen spirit.
文法句型
fleshly + noun
用法筆記
Typically found in formal, literary, or religious contexts, especially when setting the body apart from the mind or spirit. In everyday speech, 'physical' or 'bodily' is more common.
常見錯誤
2. concerning the body's powerful appetites and sexual urges, especially the wish t
concerning the body's powerful appetites and sexual urges, especially the wish to indulge them freely rather than exercising restraint.
The monk spent years trying to overcome his fleshly appetites and live a pure life.
collocation: fleshly appetites
Aarav warned his younger brother about the dangers of giving in to fleshly temptations.
The novel's characters struggle with fleshly urges while trying to maintain their social standing.
Shirin's diary recorded her inner battle between fleshly passion and her religious vows.
Ancient texts often describe fleshly desires as a fire that must be kept under control.
文法句型
fleshly + noun (desires, appetites, urges, temptations)
用法筆記
Common in religious, moral, and literary discourse. This sense carries a cautionary or judgemental tone, implying that such desires should be controlled. 'Carnal' is a very close synonym.