sexy

adjective

ˈsek-sē 

sexier; sexiest

1

: sexually suggestive or stimulating : erotic

2

: generally attractive or interesting : appealing

a sexy stock

sexily

ˈsek-sə-lē 

adverb

sexiness

ˈsek-sē-nəs 

noun

Synonyms of sexy

• desirable
• hot

Examples of sexy in a Sentence

wearing a sexy swimsuit

models striking sexy poses

Recent Examples on the Web

The house holds the dangerous secrets of its inhabitants and is as much a character, so when the project was greenlit, finding the ideal dwelling was key to creating the right mysterious-yet-sexy atmosphere the narrative required. — Juliet Izon, Architectural Digest, 2 Oct. 2026

In Martinez’s versions, Mirabai is indomitable, sexy, exceedingly earnest, sometimes funny, always speaking at the border of body and spirit. — Craig Morgan Teicher, Literary Hub, 1 Oct. 2026

The movie is neither sexy nor smart, despite the objective hotness and intelligence of its performers. — Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 30 Sep. 2026

Where to Shop American label Simkhai has landed at Galeries Lafayette for its first Paris pop-up, bringing Jonathan Simkhai’s particular mix of sexy glamour and modern sensuality to the city. — Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1896, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for sexy

• apoplexy

Kids Definition

sexy

adjective

ˈsek-sē 

sexier; sexiest

: sexually exciting : erotic

sexiness noun