adjective
sexual
Relating to sex, reproduction, or sexual attraction and activity.
The course covers sexual health and the basics of reproduction.
Etymology
The adjective adds a relating-to ending to sex. Its scope includes reproductive characteristics, attraction, and the activities associated with them.
More examples
- Sexual reproduction combines genetic material from two parents.
- She feels a strong sexual attraction to her partner.
- The doctor asks whether he is sexually active.
Forms
sexually adverb — In a way involving sex.
sexuality noun — A person's sexual feelings, attractions, and identity.
Similar words
- reproductive
- Focuses on producing offspring, not attraction or sexual activity.
- erotic
- Specifically involves arousing sexual desire, rather than reproduction generally.