Definition

Relating to or involving sexual acts that are considered sodomy, which typically refers to anal intercourse or other non-vaginal sexual activities.

Example

The film explores themes that some might consider sodomitical in nature.

Conversation

Did you hear about that new movie everyone's talking about?

Yeah, I heard it has some pretty sodomitic themes.

I wonder how they handle those topics in the film.

It'll be interesting to see if they approach it sensitively or not.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sodomitic → It is derived from 'Sodom' (from Hebrew 'Sedom', meaning a place associated with sin and immorality) and the suffix '-itic' (meaning pertaining to). The word 'sodomitic' refers to behaviors or characteristics associated with the biblical city of Sodom, often linked to sexual immorality.

Memory Tip

Think of the city 'Sodom', known for its sinful reputation, to remember that 'sodomitic' relates to behaviors associated with that immorality.

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