sexier; sexiest
Synonyms of sexynext
1
: sexually suggestive or stimulating : erotic
2
: generally attractive or interesting : appealing
a sexy stock
sexily adverb
sexiness noun

Examples of sexy in a Sentence

wearing a sexy swimsuit models striking sexy poses
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The pas de deux between Billy and Kris is entrancingly sexy, and the film’s love relationship to movie magic is just as romantic, from Anderson’s grand-dame costuming to the matte paintings that serve as backdrops in both the film-within-the-film and the one containing it. Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 27 May 2026 When a sexy new lawyer, played by Brett Goldstein, begins working for her, that policy becomes well-tested. Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 27 May 2026 Arden had never seen the film before the COVID lockdown, but was instantly drawn to its mix of a sexy teen drama with a campy yet terrifying adventure. Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 26 May 2026 Night Rooster is a sexy, modern Chinese restaurant from two-time Top Chef contestant Shirley Chung. Nathanael Gassett, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for sexy

Word History

First Known Use

1896, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of sexy was in 1896

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“Sexy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sexy. Accessed 29 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

sexy

adjective
sexier; sexiest
: sexually exciting : erotic
sexiness noun
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