1. having or showing excessive interest in sexual matters
Usage: often disapproving
2. designed to arouse sexual interest or excitement
Usage: often disapproving

Examples

• The magazine was criticized for its salacious content.
• He made salacious comments that made everyone uncomfortable.
• The novel was banned for its salacious descriptions.
• She avoided the salacious gossip about her coworkers.
• The tabloid specialized in salacious celebrity stories.
• Critics called the movie salacious and inappropriate for children.