carnal
adjectiveUK /ˈkɑː.nəl/
US /ˈkɑːr.nəl/
Relating to the body and physical desires rather than the mind or spirit.
The story explores the carnal side of human nature.
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2. Relating to sexual desire or activity.
The novel describes their carnal attraction in vivid detail.
3. Worldly or material rather than spiritual.
He struggled to overcome carnal temptations and focus on his faith.
4. Relating to the flesh or physical body.
Ancient healers studied both carnal and spiritual ailments.