slutty
C2Pronunciation
UK
- /slˈʌti/
US
- /ˈsləˌti/
Description
- sexually provocative
- very revealing
- promiscuous
- insulting
- disapproving
The word "slutty" is a rude and strongly disapproving word used to describe someone, their clothes, or their behavior as too sexual in a way the speaker judges negatively. It can suggest that a person seems to have many sexual partners, but it is also often used for revealing clothing, flirtatious behavior, or a style meant to look sexy.
The word is usually used as an insult, especially about women, and it often carries shame and judgment rather than a neutral description. Because of that, it is generally best avoided in polite or respectful conversation.
The word "slutty" is an informal, offensive, and judgmental term. People use it to say that someone seems too sexually open, too provocative, or dressed in a way they see as overly revealing. In some cases, it suggests that the person has many sexual partners. In many others, it is used more loosely for a look, outfit, dance style, photo, or way of acting that the speaker thinks is very sexual.
Even when it refers to clothes or appearance, the word still carries a harsh negative judgment. It does not simply mean "sexy." "Sexy" can be positive or neutral, but "slutty" usually adds the idea that the person has crossed a line or should be ashamed. That is why the word is commonly heard as an insult rather than a fair description.
The term has especially often been aimed at women, and it can reflect a double standard about sexual behavior and self-expression. Some people may use it jokingly or try to reclaim it in certain groups, but outside those settings it is still widely considered hurtful. For learners, the safest understanding is that this word is used to shame or criticize, and it is usually better to choose a less insulting word if you need to describe revealing clothes or a very sexual style.
Examples
- 1
Clothing judgment
She thought the dress looked too slutty for a family wedding.
Caution
slutty is usually insulting and judgmental
- 2
Public insult
He apologized after calling her makeup slutty in front of everyone.
- 3
Media criticism
The ad was criticized for pushing a cheap, slutty image of women.
- 4
Online debate
People online argued about whether the outfit was sexy or just unfairly called slutty.
Forms and spellings
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Main spelling
- slutty