adj.
Pronunciation: - ə nt
Function: adjective
Etymology: Latin prurient-, pruriens, present participle of prurire to itch, crave; akin to Latin pruna glowing coal, Sanskrit plo ș ati he singes, and probably to Latin pruina hoarfrost ― more at FREEZE
Date: 1592
: marked by or arousing an immoderate or unwholesome interest or desire especially : marked by, arousing, or appealing to sexual desire
– pru · ri · ent · ly adverb