erogenous

adjective

i-ˈrä-jə-nəs How to pronounce erogenous (audio)
Definition of erogenousnext
as in erotic
of, relating to, exciting, or expressing sexual attraction or desire certain body parts that are known sources of erogenous pleasure

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Recent Examples of erogenous The lube is water-based and safe for any toy, any body, and any erogenous zone, and the cleaning spray makes cleaning up your toys a breeze. — Jaina Grey, WIRED, 18 Jan. 2023 With the home office and its suite of sweats increasingly in the rearview mirror, designers and their customers are fixated on the body and discovering new erogenous zones. — Erik Maza, Town & Country, 28 Oct. 2022 For all the teasing about the Na'vi's erogenous brain tails, that organic connection clearly reflects a digital sensibility. — Darren Franich, EW.com, 16 Sep. 2022 With one hand on your clit, try massaging these other erogenous zones with the other hand. — Anna Pulley, Chicago Tribune, 24 May 2022 See All Example Sentences for erogenous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for erogenous
  1. erotic
  2. sexy
Adjective
  • An erotic thriller that captures the dying charm of Thailand’s stand-alone cinemas which also serve as cruising sites for closeted gay men.
    — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Initially, the show was described as being not as erotic as the book, questioning if it was toned down.
    — Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of erotic
Adjective
  • Chai Épicé is certainly fitting for fall with its sexy, woodsy scent.
    — Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 9 Aug. 2026
  • Dayoung and Park have infectious chemistry, as they have both always been known individually as sexy and playful performers (without even trying).
    — Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of sexy

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“Erogenous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/erogenous. Accessed 17 Aug. 2026.

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