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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Her clothes are sexy without being overt – the rare adult statement in a fashion world too fixated on disposable clothes. Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 18 Feb. 2026 The incredible season is the last for this sexy crew, according to creator and showrunner Meaghan Oppenheimer. Pamela Avila, USA Today, 17 Feb. 2026 This Supima Long Sleeve T-shirt caught my eye because mesh tops are my perfect balance of sexy and chic. Essence Wiley, InStyle, 17 Feb. 2026 And violent and sexy and weird. Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Feb. 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 22 Feb. 2026.

Kids Definition

sexy

adjective
sexier; sexiest
: sexually exciting : erotic
sexiness noun
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