Erotic — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /i-ˈrä-tik/ erot·ic

Meaning & Definition of Erotic

Erotic (adjective)

  1. of, devoted to, or tending to arouse sexual love or desire
  2. strongly marked or affected by sexual desire

Erotic (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. of, relating to, exciting, or expressing sexual attraction or desire

    "the erotic aspects of the story of Beauty and the Beast"

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Erotic

The most common words with a similar meaning to Erotic:

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Erotic

Words with the opposite meaning of Erotic:

Near Antonyms of Erotic

Word Forms of Erotic

Derived words: erotic (noun), erotically (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Erotic

Greek erōtikos, from erōt-, erōs

First known use: 1621

Words & Phrases Containing Erotic

Frequently Asked Questions about Erotic

What does "Erotic" mean?

"Erotic" means of, devoted to, or tending to arouse sexual love or desire. As an adjective, it is defined as: of, devoted to, or tending to arouse sexual love or desire.

What is another word for "Erotic"?

Other words for "Erotic" include amatory, amorous, aphrodisiac, erogenous, erotogenic, sexy and steamy. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Erotic" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Erotic"?

There are 35 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Erotic". Common alternatives include amatory, amorous, aphrodisiac, erogenous, erotogenic, sexy and steamy.

What is the opposite of "Erotic"?

Antonyms of "Erotic" include nonerotic, unerotic and unsexy. Near antonyms include clean, decent, decorous and polite.

How do you use "Erotic" in a sentence?

Examples of "Erotic" in a sentence: "the erotic aspects of the story of Beauty and the Beast".

Is "Erotic" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Erotic" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Erotic"?

"Erotic" is pronounced /i-ˈrä-tik/ and divided into syllables as erot·ic.

What is the origin of the word "Erotic"?

"Erotic" comes from Greek erōtikos, from erōt-, erōs. First known use: 1621.