sexually
adv. manner B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈsɛkʃuəɫi// UK //sˈɛkʃuːəli// sex·u·al·ly
adv. in a way that relates to physical attraction, sex, or the biological differences between males and females.
adv. in a manner relating to sexual activity, physical attraction, or biological sex. Functions as a modifier for adjectives or verbs to specify the sexual nature of an action or state.
The two characters are sexually attracted to each other.
Some species of plants can reproduce both sexually and asexually depending on their environment.
The study examines how different cultures perceive individuals who are sexually active outside of traditional social frameworks.
From sexual + -ly.
Usage
Typically used to modify adjectives like 'active', 'attracted', or 'transmitted', or verbs related to reproduction and behavior.