1
2
as in erotic
of, relating to, exciting, or expressing sexual attraction or desire
he found her new dress very sexy while still being tasteful
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Try This Instead
Try This InsteadFor
Try This
a sexy voice
a sexy smile
a sexy outfit
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of sexy
Miley stunned in a black leather Saint Laurent dress that flashed her skin in the sexiest (yet most tasteful) way ever.
—
Kleigh Balugo, StyleCaster, 2 Feb. 2025
Make the outfit even sexier with the addition of the Amina Muaddi’s Diamante Sandals.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
Curate the mood with all five senses in mind:
Sight – Turn down the lights, add candles, or use a blindfold to heighten anticipation in the sexiest way.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 14 Feb. 2025
Who do the ladies consider the sexiest man on the planet?
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 13 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for sexy
Kleigh Balugo, StyleCaster, 2 Feb. 2025
Make the outfit even sexier with the addition of the Amina Muaddi’s Diamante Sandals.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
Curate the mood with all five senses in mind:
Sight – Turn down the lights, add candles, or use a blindfold to heighten anticipation in the sexiest way.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 14 Feb. 2025
Who do the ladies consider the sexiest man on the planet?
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 13 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for sexy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sexy
Adjective
-
However, if history is any guide, Apple has a knack for solving these technical challenges and crafting a narrative that makes its products desirable, even necessary.—
Tim Bajarin,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
-
Located in the heart of Hartford’s West End, which is arguably one of the city’s most desirable neighborhoods, the home at 55 Terry Road is exceptional.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
9 Mar. 2025
Adjective
-
Mankind’s dilemma comes across powerfully in the erotic conflict between Jony and Jane.—
Armond White,
National Review,
14 Mar. 2025
-
This year, the final erotic frames were shot on the premises.—
Max Ufberg,
hazlitt.net,
5 Mar. 2025
Adjective
-
Spring is getting warmer overall and featuring more unusually hot days in most U.S. cities, including Houston, a new analysis finds.—
Shafaq Patel,
Axios,
11 Mar. 2025
-
Eventually, that capacitor discharges, and out shoots a lightning bolt, five times hotter than the surface of the Sun.—
Chris Wright,
The Conversation,
11 Mar. 2025
Adjective
-
McBryde in particular seemed to enjoy exercising her acting chops on the song’s sensual antagonism.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
20 Mar. 2025
-
From plush Tuscan shearling and fluffy furs to structured tweeds and supple leathers, Yves Salomon paints a rich sensual experience that elevates its minimal, androgynous silhouettes.—
Angela Lei,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
Articles Related to sexy
Cite this Entry
“Sexy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sexy. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share