erotic Meaning & Definition
What Does Erotic Mean?
Erotic is an adjective that means Relating to or tending to arouse sexual desire or excitement. As a noun, it means An amorous composition or poem.
Word Facts for Erotic
| Part of speech | adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ɪˈɹɒtɪk// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | titillating and sexy |
| Plural | erotics |
| Comparative / superlative | more erotic, most erotic |
Erotic Definition (Adjective)
- Relating to or tending to arouse sexual desire or excitement.
erotic entertainment and services
Erotic as a Noun
- An amorous composition or poem.
Synonyms of Erotic
Erotic synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Erotic
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Erotic in a Sentence
erotic entertainment and services
I had an erotic dream last night.
There's a local cinema that only shows erotic movies.
Foreplay can get your erotic juices flowing.
Word Forms & Grammar
erotic (comparative more erotic, superlative most erotic)
erotic (plural erotics)
Words That Rhyme With Erotic
Origin of Erotic
From French érotique, from Ancient Greek ἐρωτικός (erōtikós, “related to love”), from ἔρως (érōs, “sexual love”).
Erotic Pronunciation
You say erotic as //ɪˈɹɒtɪk//. It has 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Erotic
Is erotic an adjective or a noun?
Erotic is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for erotic?
You can replace erotic with words such as titillating and sexy. See the full list of erotic synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of erotic?
The plural of erotic is erotics.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of erotic?
The comparative form is more erotic and the superlative form is most erotic.