racy

The word “racy” has 2 syllables: ra-cy.

It's pronounced as /ˈreɪsi/.


What is synonym and antonym for racy?

In the thesaurus, “racy” has 17 synonyms and 20 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for racy along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for racy

  • active
  • animate
  • animated
  • bawdy
  • brisk
  • energetic
  • entertaining
  • erotic
  • lewd
  • lively
  • lurid
  • naughty
  • off-color
  • poignant
  • saucy
  • spicy
  • suggestive

Antonyms for racy

  • clean
  • dead
  • decent
  • dull
  • g-rated
  • inactive
  • inanimate
  • inert
  • innocuous
  • inoffensive
  • languid
  • languorous
  • lazy
  • leaden
  • lifeless
  • limp
  • listless
  • moral
  • prudish
  • vapid

Meanings of racy

  • adjective
    1. Mildly risqué.
    2. Having a strong flavor indicating origin; of distinct characteristic taste; tasting of the soil.
    3. (by extension) Exciting to the mind by a strong or distinctive character of thought or language; peculiar and piquant; fresh and lively.
    4. Involving a data race or a race condition.

Example Sentences

  • The novel was known for its racy plot and unexpected twists.
  • She wore a racy dress that turned heads at the glamorous event.
  • The comedian's racy jokes kept the audience laughing throughout the show.
  • The film received mixed reviews due to its racy scenes and controversial themes.
  • The magazine cover featured a racy image that sparked discussions about media standards.

On this page you'll find 37 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to racy, such as: active, animate, animated, bawdy, brisk, clean, dead.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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