sexier; sexiest
Synonyms of sexynext
1
: sexually suggestive or stimulating : erotic
2
: generally attractive or interesting : appealing
a sexy stock
sexily adverb
sexiness noun

Examples of sexy in a Sentence

wearing a sexy swimsuit models striking sexy poses
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Barnett’s Bruin, in turn, unlocks those desires — Wills stages a haunting and sexy moment where Bruin does tai chi with a toy sword of power that’s probably thematically richer than anything in the He-Man film that’s coming out this week. Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 3 June 2026 But protein tends to be sexier, tastier — just another reason to add another slice of bacon to that burger — and more youthful. Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2026 The Intern, described as a sexy, twisty legal thriller about power, corruption and the true nature of justice, taps into Campbell’s background of Harvard University and Stanford Law School graduate. Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 3 June 2026 Eco effort Environmentalism never looked so sexy. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for sexy

Word History

First Known Use

1896, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of sexy was in 1896

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“Sexy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sexy. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.

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sexy

adjective
sexier; sexiest
: sexually exciting : erotic
sexiness noun
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