Salaciousness: meaning, definitions and examples
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salaciousness
[ səˈleɪʃəsnɪs ]
sexual desire
Salaciousness refers to the quality of being lustful or lewd. It describes a strong interest in sexual matters, often with a provocatively excessive focus on sensuality. This term can be used to characterize literature, jokes, or behavior that is designed to titillate or excite sexual interest.
Synonyms
lasciviousness, lewdness, lustfulness, prurience, salacity.
Examples of usage
- The salaciousness of the movie was a topic of discussion among critics.
- He wrote a novel that was criticized for its salaciousness.
- The magazine was known for its salaciousness and scandalous headlines.
- Her salaciousness shocked many at the formal gathering.
Translations
Translations of the word "salaciousness" in other languages:
🇵🇹 salacidade
🇮🇳 कामुकता
🇩🇪 Würze
🇮🇩 kebejatan
🇺🇦 саломність
🇵🇱 sprośność
🇯🇵 淫らさ
🇫🇷 salacité
🇪🇸 salacidad
🇹🇷 açıklık
🇰🇷 외설스러움
🇸🇦 فجور
🇨🇿 sprostota
🇸🇰 sprostosť
🇨🇳 淫荡
🇸🇮 sprošnost
🇮🇸 sóma
🇰🇿 нәпсі
🇬🇪 სექსუალური
🇦🇿 xətalıq
🇲🇽 salacidad
Etymology
The term 'salacious' comes from the Latin word 'salax', which means 'lustful' or 'greedy'. It entered English in the early 17th century, reflecting a growing interest in sexual morality and the perception of vice during that time. The suffix '-ness' is added to form a noun indicating the state or quality of being salacious. Throughout the years, the word has maintained its association with lewdness and has often been used in legal contexts, especially concerning obscenity laws and discussions about appropriateness in media. Its use has varied among different cultures, often depicting the changing attitudes towards sexuality.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #42,160, 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.