1.1. Provocative or sexually suggestive expression
In a lively, bold, or slightly shocking manner, particularly through language, storytelling, or behavior that contains sexual implications or suggestive details.
Synonyms
- provocatively
- suggestively
- spicily
- naughtily
- risquély
Antonyms
- innocently
- modestly
- prudishly
- demurely
- primly
Examples
- The author wrote racily, adding provocative details that made the novel particularly entertaining.
- She told her anecdotes so racily that everyone at the dinner table was intrigued.