Sexiness: meaning, definitions and examples
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sexiness
[ หsษksษชnษs ]
attractive quality
Sexiness is the quality of being sexually attractive or exciting.
Synonyms
attractiveness, seductiveness, sensuality.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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sexiness |
Use this word when referring to someone's physical appeal in a way that is provocative or alluring.
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attractiveness |
This word is more general and can refer to someone's overall charm, including but not limited to physical appearance.
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sensuality |
This word refers to the expression of physical pleasure and the enjoyment of sensory experiences. It's often used in a more sophisticated, less overtly sexual manner.
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seductiveness |
This word is often used to describe someone's ability to attract or tempt in a subtle and alluring manner, often carrying a slightly negative or manipulative connotation.
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Examples of usage
- She exudes sexiness in everything she does.
- The actor's sexiness captivated the audience.
- He was drawn to her sexiness and charm.
appeal
Sexiness can also refer to a general appeal or attractiveness, not necessarily related to sexuality.
Synonyms
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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sexiness |
Typically used to describe someone's physical attractiveness in a provocative or sensual way. Often concerned with appearance, fashion, and behavior.
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appeal |
Used more generally to describe something that attracts or interests people. It does not necessarily have a sensual or physical component.
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charm |
Refers to a pleasant, engaging, or charismatic quality, often associated with personality rather than just appearance.
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allure |
Implied to describe a mysterious, captivating, or irresistible attraction. Suitable for both people and things.
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Examples of usage
- The new sports car has a certain sexiness to it.
- There's a sexiness about her confidence and intelligence.
Translations
Translations of the word "sexiness" in other languages:
๐ต๐น sensualidade
๐ฎ๐ณ เคธเฅเคเฅเคธ เค เคชเฅเคฒ
๐ฉ๐ช Sexappeal
๐ฎ๐ฉ daya tarik seksual
๐บ๐ฆ ัะตะบััะฐะปัะฝัััั
๐ต๐ฑ seksapil
๐ฏ๐ต ใปใฏใทใผใ
๐ซ๐ท sรฉduction
๐ช๐ธ atractivo sexual
๐น๐ท cazibe
๐ฐ๐ท ์ฑ์ ๋งค๋ ฅ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุงูุฌุงุฐุจูุฉ ุงูุฌูุณูุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ sex-appeal
๐ธ๐ฐ sexepรญl
๐จ๐ณ ๆงๆ
๐ธ๐ฎ privlaฤnost
๐ฎ๐ธ kynรพokki
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะตะบััะฐะปะดัา
๐ฌ๐ช แกแแฅแกแฃแแแฃแ แแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ cazibษ
๐ฒ๐ฝ atractivo sexual
Etymology
The word 'sexiness' originated from the combination of 'sex' and the suffix '-iness', which denotes a quality or state. It first appeared in the English language in the mid-20th century, becoming popularized in the context of attractiveness and appeal. Over time, 'sexiness' has evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings beyond just physical attractiveness, incorporating elements of charm, allure, and general appeal.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #37,546, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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