Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

erotization

noun
/ˌɛrəˈtaɪzeɪʃən/
Definition
The process of attributing sexual meaning or significance to something.
Examples
  • The erotization of everyday objects can be seen in various forms of art.
  • In contemporary media, the erotization of certain themes can influence public perceptions.
  • Cultural shifts often lead to the erotization of previously mundane aspects of life.
Meaning
Erotization involves transforming something into an object of sexual desire or interpreting it in a sexual context.
Synonyms
  • sexualization
  • objectification
  • sensualization