racy Definition
- 1slightly sexual or indecent, often in a humorous way
- 2full of zest or vigor
Using racy: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "racy" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The movie was too racy for children.
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She made some racy comments during the interview.
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The book contains some racy scenes.
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The car has a racy design.
racy Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with racy
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The comedian's racy humor was not suitable for all audiences.
racy novel
a novel that contains sexual content or themes
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The author is known for writing racy novels that are popular among young adults.
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The new model of the sports car has a racy look and feel.
Origins of racy
from race, meaning 'competition'
Summary: racy in Brief
'Racy' [ˈreɪsi] describes something that is slightly sexual or indecent, often in a humorous way, such as a racy joke or a racy novel. It can also mean full of zest or vigor, like a racy car or a racy performance. Synonyms include 'risqué,' 'spicy,' and 'naughty.' Antonyms include 'clean,' 'decent,' and 'dull.'
