Sexiness: meaning, definitions and examples

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sexiness

[ ˈsɛksɪnəs ]

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attractive quality

Sexiness is the quality of being sexually attractive or exciting.

Synonyms

attractiveness, seductiveness, sensuality

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.

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appeal

Sexiness can also refer to a general appeal or attractiveness, not necessarily related to sexuality.

Synonyms

allure, appeal, charm

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:

🇵🇹 sensualidade

🇮🇳 सेक्स अपील

🇩🇪 Sexappeal

🇮🇩 daya tarik seksual

🇺🇦 сексуальність

🇵🇱 seksapil

🇯🇵 セクシーさ

🇫🇷 séduction

🇪🇸 atractivo sexual

🇹🇷 cazibe

🇰🇷 성적 매력

🇸🇦 الجاذبية الجنسية

🇨🇿 sex-appeal

🇸🇰 sexepíl

🇨🇳 性感

🇸🇮 privlačnost

🇮🇸 kynþokki

🇰🇿 сексуалдық

🇬🇪 სექსუალურობა

🇦🇿 cazibə

🇲🇽 atractivo sexual

Word origin

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.

See also: sex, sexist, sextet, sexual, sexy.