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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The sexy picture made its way to the desk of Monique James, the head of new talent at Universal. Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026 With Jayden Waddle bringing sexy back to the Broncos’ wide receiver room, somebody who played a lot in 2025 is likely going to see their 2026 snaps take a dip. Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 21 Mar. 2026 Dark, sexy, thrillingly complicated—across the last 60 years, Charlotte Rampling’s oeuvre has been unparalleled, and now, at the age of 80, the Oscar nominee is still hard at work. Radhika Seth, Vogue, 20 Mar. 2026 The baggy shape juxtaposes the shoes’ sexy sharpness without completely overpowering an outfit. India Roby, Glamour, 20 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 27 Mar. 2026.

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sexy

adjective
sexier; sexiest
: sexually exciting : erotic
sexiness noun
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