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aphrodisiacal

/ˌæf.roʊ.dɪˈzaɪ.ə.kəl/

Tradução: Que estimula o desejo sexual ou possui propriedades de afrodisíaco.

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adjective

/ˌæf.roʊ.dɪˈzaɪ.ə.kəl/C2formal
  • ptQue estimula o desejo sexual ou possui propriedades de afrodisíaco.

A less common variant of 'aphrodisiac', describing something that has the property of arousing or intensifying sexual desire.

  1. Exciting sexual desireC2formal

    Refers to the capacity of a substance, food, scent, or other stimulus to provoke or heighten erotic feelings and urges. This term is rooted in the name of Aphrodite, the ancient Greek goddess of love, and is applied to things believed to stimulate sensuality, increase libido, or enhance overall sexual potency and interest.

    ptAfrodisíaco

    • The perfume was reputed to have an aphrodisiacal effect, blending rare floral extracts and musk.
    • Historical texts frequently mention oysters and certain herbs for their supposed aphrodisiacal qualities.
    • The painting's lush, ripe imagery carries a distinctly aphrodisiacal charge.
    • He was skeptical that any food could possess truly aphrodisiacal properties backed by science.
    • The warm, dim lighting and soft music created an almost aphrodisiacal atmosphere in the lounge.

    Sinônimosaphrodisiacerogenouseroticlibidinousprovocativeseductivesensualstimulating