Definition

Relating to or tending to arouse sexual desire or excitement.

Example

The novel contained many erotical themes that explored human relationships.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you read that new book everyone's talking about?

Yeah, I heard it's quite erotical in its themes.

I was surprised by how deep the characters were, though.

Absolutely! It balances the erotical elements with some serious storytelling.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Erotical is derived from "eroticus" (meaning pertaining to love or desire) from Greek "erōtikos" (meaning of love) which comes from "erōs" (meaning love or desire). The word "erotical" refers to something that is related to or arousing sexual love or desire.

Memory Tip

Think of 'erōs' which means love or desire, to remember that 'erotical' relates to things that evoke or pertain to love and desire.

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