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Definition of pornographically
pornographically
/ˌpɔːr.nəˈɡræf.ɪ.kəl.i/
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Adjective:pornographic
pornographically Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
12
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
6
• adverb
1
In a sexually explicit or obscene manner intended to cause sexual arousal.
Example
"The novel was banned by censors because several scenes were deemed to be pornographically explicit."
2
In a manner that sensationalizes or exploits a subject (such as violence, poverty, or luxury) for lurid or voyeuristic appeal.
Example
"Critics argued that the documentary depicted the disaster pornographically rather than offering meaningful historical context."
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Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pornographically. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pornographically