erotica
/i'rɔtikə/
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Definition
- Noun:
- Creative works intended to arouse sexual desire: "Erotica" refers to books, pictures, films, or other creative works whose primary purpose is to depict or describe sexual activity in order to stimulate sexual excitement. It is often distinguished from pornography by a greater emphasis on artistic or aesthetic qualities, though this distinction can be subjective.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
Advanced Usage
- As a mass noun: "Erotica" is typically used as a mass noun (like "literature" or "art") and does not commonly take a plural 's'. One refers to a body or genre of work.
- Contextual distinction: The term is often used in discussions to differentiate material with perceived artistic or literary merit from material considered purely pornographic.
Variants and Related Words
- Erotic (adj): Relating to or tending to arouse sexual desire or excitement.
- Erotically (adv): In an erotic manner.
- Eroticism (n): The quality or state of being erotic; the use of erotic themes in art or literature.
Synonyms
- Pornography: Material (such as books or videos) that is intended to cause sexual excitement. (Note: "Pornography" is often used interchangeably but can carry a stronger connotation of being explicit, graphic, and lacking artistic intent.)
- Adult material: A neutral, broad term for media intended for adult audiences due to sexual content.
- Sexploitation: Media that exploits sexual themes for commercial gain.
Related Phrases
- "Softcore erotica": A subgenre that suggests sexual activity rather than depicting it explicitly.
- "Literary erotica": Erotic works that place a strong emphasis on narrative, character development, and literary style.
Noun
- creative activity (writing or pictures or films etc.) of no literary or artistic value other than to stimulate sexual desire