1. strong desire, especially for something morally wrong; lust
Usage: formal; often used in religious or philosophical contexts

Examples

• The philosopher wrote about the struggle between reason and concupiscence.
• Religious texts often warn against the dangers of concupiscence.
• He tried to overcome his concupiscence through meditation and prayer.
• The novel explored themes of concupiscence and moral corruption.
• Ancient stoics believed that concupiscence could be conquered through discipline.
• The sermon addressed the human tendency toward concupiscence.