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Definition of sexy

sexy

/ˈsɛk.si/
sex · y
Adverb:sexily
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• adjective

1

Sexually attractive, alluring, or exciting.

Example

"The actor was cast in the lead role for his charismatic and sexy screen presence."

2

Informally very exciting, trendy, or appealing (especially of a project, idea, or product).

Example

"Infrastructure maintenance is rarely considered a sexy topic in political campaigns, yet it remains essential."

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• Rhymes for sexy

• Nearby Words

sexualization
sexualize
sexually
sexy
seychelles
seyhan
sfax

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 20th century from the noun 'sex' plus the adjectival suffix '-y', originally recorded in the 1920s to describe literature, films, or individuals with strong erotic appeal.

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