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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Kim Novak thinks the movie would be too sexy because Sweeney is such a bombshell. Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 30 Mar. 2026 The writer, Zoë Bernard, tries and fails to be invited to any sexy parties at which Peter Thiel or Sam Altman might be in attendance. Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 2026 Her dance of the seven veils is sexy typing. Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026 Poser explores toxic female friendship through the lens of a sexy, emotional thriller. Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 26 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sexy

Word History

First Known Use

1896, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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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 2 Apr. 2026.

Kids Definition

sexy

adjective
sexier; sexiest
: sexually exciting : erotic
sexiness noun
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