Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

x-rated

adjective
ˈɛksˌreɪtɪd
Definition
A classification that indicates a film or other media contains adult content, making it suitable only for mature audiences.
Examples
  • The movie was labeled as x-rated, so it could only be viewed by adults.
  • Many x-rated films are available only on specialized platforms.
Meaning
The term x-rated is typically used to describe material that is explicitly sexual in nature, often containing nudity, strong sexual content, or adult themes.
Synonyms
  • adult
  • mature
  • explicit