variants
also erotical
as in sexy
of, relating to, exciting, or expressing sexual attraction or desire
the erotic aspects of the story of Beauty and the Beast
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of erotic
And the erotic aspects of the ass, too, could swell their ranks with new conscripts, new stories, new vibrations and vulnerabilities.
—
Sean Williams, Harpers Magazine, 24 Feb. 2026
Two months later, the girl went to Epstein's Manhattan townhouse and gave Andrew an erotic massage, the report says.
—Graham Kates, CBS News, 19 Feb. 2026
So — romances, action thrillers, erotic thrillers.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 19 Feb. 2026
More information regarding Ciara and Oliver’s hedonistic, erotic relationship and their respective pasts is revealed.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 18 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for erotic
Sean Williams, Harpers Magazine, 24 Feb. 2026
Two months later, the girl went to Epstein's Manhattan townhouse and gave Andrew an erotic massage, the report says.
—Graham Kates, CBS News, 19 Feb. 2026
So — romances, action thrillers, erotic thrillers.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 19 Feb. 2026
More information regarding Ciara and Oliver’s hedonistic, erotic relationship and their respective pasts is revealed.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 18 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for erotic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for erotic
sexy
Adjective
-
Let’s take a sexy bath and engage in some activities that, while delightful, will not result in a child!—
Christina Grace Tucker,
Vulture,
26 Feb. 2026
-
From a Gabriela Hearst powder pink suit that’s Bianca Jagger-worthy to a sharp, sexy black satin blazer courtesy of (who else) French brand Sandro, the best dressy pant suits for wedding guests are anything but stuffy.—
Sarah Zendejas,
Vogue,
26 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Erotic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/erotic. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
