lustbased
Lustbased is an informal adjective used in online discourse to describe actions, decisions, or content that are driven primarily by sexual desire or erotic appeal rather than other aims such as intimacy, moral considerations, or long-term planning. The term is not an established psychological category and is largely used in casual or evaluative contexts.
Etymology and usage: The word blends “lust” with the colloquial slang term “based,” which in online culture
Scope and examples: Lustbased is commonly applied to media criticism, dating or hookup discussions, and social
Criticism and reception: Critics argue that labeling something as lustbased can be reductive, conflating sexual motivation
See also: Lust, sexual motivation, objectification, based (slang).