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Synonyms

oversexed

American  
[oh-ver-sekst] / ˈoʊ vərˈsɛkst /

adjective

  1. having an unusually strong sexual drive.

oversexed British  
/ ˌəʊvəˈsɛkst /

adjective

  1. having an excessive preoccupation with or need for sexual activity

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Etymology

Origin of oversexed

First recorded in 1895–1900; over- + sexed

Example Sentences

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Beyond designing a well-worded world and a compelling look, Saling and Jesper Myrfors, Magic’s first art director, wanted to avoid the oversexed and Eurocentric fantasy motifs of the past.

From The New Yorker • Aug. 28, 2018

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