Definition

The process of making something less sexual or removing sexual characteristics from it.

Example

The desexualization of certain media content has been a topic of discussion among critics.

Conversation

Have you noticed the trend of desexualization in advertisements lately?

Yeah, it's like they're trying to appeal to a wider audience now.

I wonder if it really helps brands connect better with consumers.

It might! People appreciate when companies focus on more relatable themes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Desexualization → It is formed from "de-" (meaning removal or reversal) and "sexual" (from Latin "sexualis", meaning pertaining to sex) and "-ization" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating a process). The word describes the process of removing or reversing sexual characteristics or connotations.

Memory Tip

Think of 'removing' ('de-') sexual characteristics ('sexual') — that's what desexualization means.

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