Eroticism
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Eroticism is a noun meaning the state of being erotic, or of being sexually aroused.
Meaning
the state of being erotic, or of being sexually aroused.
More Meanings
- sexual excitement, especially if abnormally persistent
- a sexual interest in something; an attraction, fetish, etc.
Example Sentences
There is a range of fantasies available to all of us in this culture. I think that everyone has a range of possibilities. Nevertheless, we all specialize; we all have preferences. A lot of people have those [sadomasochistic] fantasies cut ^([sic]) it isn't their primary eroticism, or even something they want to try.
Word Forms
- eroticisms
Synonyms for eroticism
Depending on context, synonyms include amorousness, amativeness, sexiness.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include amativeness, amorousness, sexiness, sexuoeroticism, erogenousness, erotogenicity.
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