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Definition of hypersexual

hypersexual

/ˌhaɪ.pɚˈsɛk.ʃu.əl/
hy · per · sex · u · al
Adverb:hypersexually
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Plural:hypersexuals
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• adjective

1

Characterized by an unusually high, intense, or compulsive level of sexual desire or activity.

Example

"The psychiatrist noted that the patient's sudden hypersexual behavior was a side effect of the new medication."

2

Place-setting or media content that places an excessive or exaggerated emphasis on sexuality and sexual imagery.

Example

"Media critics often analyze how hypersexual advertising affects body image among adolescents."

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• noun

1

A person who experiences an unusually high or compulsive level of sexual desire or activity.

Example

"The support group provided counseling for individuals identifying as hypersexuals seeking to manage compulsive behaviors."

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• Rhymes for hypersexual

• Nearby Words

hypermasculine
hyperrealistic
hypersensitive
hypersexual
hypersonic
hyperspace
hypertension

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hypersexual. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hypersexual
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