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Pornographic

Verb / ˌpɔ:rnʌˈgræfɪk / Another word for pornographic — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to or containing material that is sexually explicit and socially unacceptable

Synonyms & similar words

adult obscene indecent lewd salacious smutty vulgar raunchy erotic dirty porny x-rated adult naughty explicit filthy trashy sordid depraved offensive disgusting

Example sentences

  1. He was fired for looking at pornographic images at work.
  2. The book was banned for its pornographic content.
  3. The website has a warning for pornographic material.
  4. The artist faced criticism for her use of pornographic imagery in her paintings.
  5. The company faced backlash for airing a pornographic commercial during a family-friendly television program.

Quotes

  • 'Pornography is human imagination in tense theatrical action; its violations are a protest against the violations of our freedom by nature.' - Camille Paglia
  • 'Pornography is the instruction. Rape is the practice, battered women are the practice, and battered children are the practice.' - Andrea Dworkin
  • 'Pornography is the instruction. Rape is the practice.' - Andrea Dworkin

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