
Salacious
Cultural Sensitivity
Be aware that using 'salacious' can suggest disapproval of the sexual content being referenced.

They avoided discussing the book's most salacious details.
Often Negative
'Salacious' implies a distasteful or unethical interest in sex, unlike neutral terms like 'sexual'.

The tabloid was filled with salacious stories about celebrities.
Not Subtle
Using 'salacious' indicates something very obvious and often inappropriately sexual.

The comedian's salacious jokes made some audience members uncomfortable.
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