Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lolita
noun
/loʊˈliːtə/
Definition
A term often used to describe a young girl who is sexually precocious or attractive, and is derived from the titular character in Vladimir Nabokov’s novel ‘Lolita’.
Examples
- She dressed in a lolita style, characterized by cute and frilly clothing.
- The film adaptation sparked a debate about the portrayal of the lolita archetype in media.
Meaning
The word ‘lolita’ conveys implications of youth and allure, often in a controversial or problematic context.
Synonyms
- young temptress
- seductress
- innocent allure
