adverb
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sexually
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Sexually (adverb) means In a manner relating to sex or sexual intercourse.
adverb
1
In a manner relating to sex or sexual intercourse.
"The disease can be transmitted sexually."
"He felt sexually attracted to his new coworker."
How to use sexually
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishIn a sexual way, or with regard to sex.
Common pairings
sexually transmitted
sexually attracted
sexually active
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more sexually
- Superlative
- most sexually
Etymology
From sexual + -ly.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for sexually
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What is the meaning of sexually?
"sexually" (adverb) means in a manner relating to sex or sexual intercourse.
What is another word for sexually?
Other words for "sexually" include carnally, erotically, reproductively.
How do you use sexually in a sentence?
Example: "The disease can be transmitted sexually."