Eroticize (Verb)
Meaning
Give erotic character to or make more interesting; "eroticize the ads".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- Ad agencies are criticized for eroticizing violence in some video game commercials.
- Some argue that the lingerie market inevitably eroticizes childhood by creating adult versions of outfits marketed for young girls.
- By using the female form as a marketing tool, companies are essentially eroticizing the female body.
- Retailers and advertisers eroticize objects and events, packaging sexuality as a product consumers purchase.
- The provocative poses and attire worn by participants can serve to eroticize the models' personalities.