Synonyms for Sex & Similar Words
Definition of sex
- noun
- activities associated with sexual intercourse; "they had sex in the back seat"
- either of the two categories (male or female) into which most organisms are divided; "the war between the sexes"
- all of the feelings resulting from the urge to gratify sexual impulses; "he wanted a better sex life"; "the film contained no sex or violence"
4 synonyms found
Writing tips for "sex"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like arouse, excite, gender can replace "sex" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Sex" in song lyrics
See how sex is used in real songs:
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"having unprotected sex"
1200 Techniques f/ Rashad Houghton — Fork in the Road -
"The only safe sex is to not have sex"
1st Infantry f/ Prodigy — Serious (The New Message) -
"When I say S, you say E, when I say X, you say sex!"
2 Live Crew — If You Believe in Having Sex