1. excessive indulgence in physical or bodily pleasures, especially sexual desire; sensuality
Usage: formal; often used in religious or moral contexts
2. the state or quality of being physical or bodily rather than spiritual
Usage: formal; philosophical or theological use

Examples

• The monk renounced carnality and devoted himself to prayer.
• Religious texts often warn against carnality and excess.
• She criticized the carnality of modern consumer culture.
• The philosopher distinguished between carnality and intellectual pursuits.
• His writings rejected carnality in favor of spiritual enlightenment.
• The sermon addressed the dangers of unchecked carnality.
• Medieval theology emphasized the struggle between carnality and virtue.