racy
word
Definition
Describes something, especially writing or jokes, that is a bit shocking, sexy, or suggestive, often in a fun or lively way.
Usage & Nuances
Often used for jokes, stories, or advertisements with sexual or daring hints, but not explicit. More playful or cheeky than offensive. Not the same as 'explicit' or 'vulgar'. Slightly informal, avoid in formal writing.
Spanish: subido de tono - atrevido - picantePortuguese (BR): atrevido - picante - ousadoPortuguese (PT): atrevido - picante - ousadoChinese (Simplified): 大胆 - 辣味十足Chinese (Traditional): 大膽 - 辣味十足Hindi: मसालेदार (संवाद या लेख आदि के लिए) - बोल्डArabic: جريء - فاضحBengali: উত্তেজক - সাহসী (রসিকতার জন্য) - সেক্সি (আঘাতহীনভাবে)Russian: пикантный - дерзкий - с намёком на сексуальностьJapanese: きわどい - セクシーな - 刺激的なVietnamese: táo bạo - kích thích - hơi nhạy cảmKorean: 도발적인 - 야한 - 선정적인(가볍게)Turkish: cesur - cüretkâr - hafif müstehcenUrdu: جرأت آمیز - شوخ - شرارتیIndonesian: nakal - cabul - agak sensual
Example Sentences
Some people find her racy sense of humor a bit much, but I think it’s hilarious.
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That movie has some racy jokes.
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She prefers racy novels over romance stories.
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The comedian’s racy humor made the audience laugh.
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His latest book is a bit too racy for my taste.
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Did you see that racy ad during the football game last night?
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