Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

necrophilia

noun

/ˌnɛkrəˈfɪl.i.ə/

Definition

Necrophilia is a sexual attraction or sexual act toward a corpse.

Examples

His fascination with death led him to explore necrophilia in his writings.
Necrophilia is illegal in many countries and often viewed as a taboo subject.
She wrote a thesis on the psychological implications of necrophilia in modern society.

Meaning

The term describes the practice or fascination with engaging in sexual activities with deceased bodies. It is considered a paraphilia and is often associated with psychological disorders.