Definition

Material that contains sexually explicit content, such as images or writing, intended to cause sexual arousal.

Example

The internet has made pornography more accessible than ever before.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how pornography affects people's views on relationships?

Yeah, it can really distort what people expect from intimacy.

Exactly! Sometimes it feels like it sets unrealistic standards.

For sure, it's important to have healthy discussions about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pornography is formed from "porne" (from Greek "pornē", meaning prostitute) and "graphia" (from Greek "graphia", meaning writing or description). The word refers to the writing or depiction of sexual acts, often in a commercial context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'writing' ('graphia') about 'prostitutes' ('porne') to remember that pornography involves the depiction of sexual content.

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