Meaning & Definition of word "Pornographic"

Pornographic

/ˌpɔːrnəˈɡræfɪk/

1. relating to or depicting sexual matters in an explicit manner intended to cause sexual arousal.
- Example: The film was criticized for its pornographic content, which many found to be degrading.
2. characterized by an excessive or overt focus on sexual themes, often lacking artistic value.
- Example: He avoided reading novels that were too pornographic, preferring those with deeper, more meaningful narratives.
3. designed to elicit sexual excitement.
- Example: The magazine was banned for publishing pornographic images that were not suitable for public distribution.
4. related to or resembling pornography.
- Example: They argued that the online game had pornographic elements that could be harmful to young players.

●From 'pornography', which stems from the Greek 'pornographos', meaning 'writing about prostitutes'.

pornographic film:

A movie intended for an adult audience that depicts sexual acts.

pornographic material:

Any content that includes explicit sexual imagery or descriptions.

pornography:

The portrayal of sexual subject matter for the purpose of sexual arousal.

erotic:

Relating to or tending to arouse sexual desire or excitement.

obscene:

Offensive to moral principles; repugnant.

Meaning: Porn

● Example Sentence: He spends hours watching porn instead of studying.

Meaning: Smut

● Example Sentence: That book is just a collection of smut.