racy (Meaning)
racy (s)
full of zest or vigor
marked by richness and fullness of flavor
suggestive of sexual impropriety
designed or suitable for competing in a race
racy (superl.)
Having a strong flavor indicating origin; of distinct characteristic taste; tasting of the soil; hence, fresh; rich.
Hence: Exciting to the mental taste by a strong or distinctive character of thought or language; peculiar and piquant; fresh and lively.
Synonyms & Antonyms of racy
racy Sentence Examples
- The novel was filled with racy scenes that kept readers eagerly turning the pages.
- Her racy sense of humor often caught her friends off guard but left them laughing.
- The movie featured racy dialogue and steamy romantic scenes that made it unsuitable for young viewers.
- The fashion show showcased a collection of racy outfits designed to turn heads on the runway.
- Some critics argued that the magazine's cover photo was too racy for public display.
- The comedian's racy jokes pushed the boundaries of what was considered appropriate for prime-time television.
- The gossip column in the newspaper was known for its racy stories about celebrities' personal lives.
- The car enthusiast was drawn to the sleek lines and racy design of the sports car.
- The actress's racy performance in the play caused quite a stir among theatergoers.
- Despite its racy content, the book was praised for its compelling narrative and character development.
FAQs About the word racy
full of zest or vigor, marked by richness and fullness of flavor, suggestive of sexual impropriety, designed or suitable for competing in a raceHaving a strong
animate, brisk, active, animated,lively, energetic, springy, jazzy, jaunty, airy
languorous, leaden, dead, listless, inactive, limp, lifeless, lifeless, listless, inert
The novel was filled with racy scenes that kept readers eagerly turning the pages.
Her racy sense of humor often caught her friends off guard but left them laughing.
The movie featured racy dialogue and steamy romantic scenes that made it unsuitable for young viewers.
The fashion show showcased a collection of racy outfits designed to turn heads on the runway.
