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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Margo stumbles upon a sexy-silly duo with the stage names Succulent Rose and Wang Mangler. Erin Qualey, Vulture, 22 Apr. 2026 There is nothing sexy about waiting until the second day to make a pick. Troy Renck, Denver Post, 18 Apr. 2026 What would catch their eye in a sexy little headline? Laura House, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026 In between glistening, shirtless crunches and sexy dalliances, Crown’s motives become clearer. Matt Donnelly, Variety, 16 Apr. 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 24 Apr. 2026.

Kids Definition

sexy

adjective
sexier; sexiest
: sexually exciting : erotic
sexiness noun
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