noun
Uncommon
orgasm
AW-ga-zuhm
Orgasm (noun) means the peak of sexual pleasure, occurring at the climax of sexual activity.
noun
1
The peak of sexual pleasure, occurring at the climax of sexual activity.
"The study looked at how stress affects the ability to reach orgasm."
verb
1
To experience an orgasm.
"Couples often report better communication after being able to talk openly about how they orgasm."
How to use orgasm
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe climax of sexual pleasure.
When to use it
A clinical, non-slang term appropriate in medical or everyday adult conversation.
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Word forms
- Plural
- orgasms
- Third person singular
- orgasms
- Past tense
- orgasmed
Etymology
From French orgasme, ultimately from Greek orgasmós, "excitement," related to orgáō, "to swell with excitement."
Synonyms
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consummation
gratification
coming
acme
big O
completion
happy ending
pleasure
release
satisfaction
climax
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of orgasm?
"orgasm" (noun) means the peak of sexual pleasure, occurring at the climax of sexual activity.
What is another word for orgasm?
Other words for "orgasm" include consummation, gratification, acme, big O, completion, happy ending.
What are the different meanings of orgasm?
"orgasm" has 2 main meanings: 1. The peak of sexual pleasure, occurring at the climax of sexual activity; 2. To experience an orgasm.
How do you use orgasm in a sentence?
Example: "The study looked at how stress affects the ability to reach orgasm."
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