In a way that relates to bodily desires or physical pleasures, especially sexual ones; based on fleshly rather than spiritual concerns.
From Latin carnalis 'of the flesh' (carnis 'flesh') plus English adverbial suffix -ly. Used since medieval times in religious contexts.
The Bible famously contrasts 'carnal' desires with spiritual ones, and this word became so connected to religious judgment that even secular uses carry a hint of saying something is 'too focused on the body.'
Adverbial form of carnal; retains historical association with condemned female sexuality. Often appears in moral condemnation of women's desires and bodies.
When describing physical or sensory experience, use 'physically,' 'sensorily,' or 'in embodied ways.' Avoid gendered moral framing.
["physically","sensorily","in embodied ways"]
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