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Raciest: meaning, definitions and examples

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raciest

 

[ ˈreɪsiəst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

description of things

The term 'raciest' refers to something that is the most exciting, risqué, or notable in a suggestive manner. It is often used to describe events, stories, or content that are particularly provocative or daring.

Synonyms

most outrageous, most scandalous, most suggestive

Examples of usage

  • The raciest scenes in the movie were the talk of the town.
  • She published her raciest novel yet, which caught everyone's attention.
  • The magazine features an article on the raciest fashion moments of the year.

Translations

Translations of the word "raciest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 racista

🇮🇳 जातिवादी

🇩🇪 rassistisch

🇮🇩 rasis

🇺🇦 расистський

🇵🇱 rasistowski

🇯🇵 人種差別的な

🇫🇷 raciste

🇪🇸 racista

🇹🇷 ırkçı

🇰🇷 인종주의적인

🇸🇦 عنصري

🇨🇿 rasistický

🇸🇰 rasistický

🇨🇳 种族主义的

🇸🇮 rasističen

🇮🇸 kynþáttur

🇰🇿 расизм

🇬🇪 რასისტული

🇦🇿 irqi

🇲🇽 racista

Etymology

The word 'racy' has its origins in the early 19th century, derived from the word 'race,' taken in the sense of speed or vigor, which also connoted a kind of lively, spirited nature. The adjective evolved in usage, coming to imply not just liveliness but also an element of risqué or provocative content. The superlative 'raciest' then emerged to describe the extreme of this quality. It has been used to characterize literature, films, and performances that push boundaries or evoke strong reactions, often in a sexual or scandalous context. Over time, 'racy' has maintained its connection with audacity, highlighting how societal standards shift regarding what is deemed acceptable or entertaining.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,648, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.