risqué

adjective

ri-SKAY/ɹəˈskeɪ/UKRIS-kay/ˈɹɪskeɪ/

1 meaning of risqué

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adjective
A little rude in a sexual way, but not really shocking.
Like a joke that is just a little bit naughty but not really bad.
The comedian told a few risqué jokes that made the older guests blush.
Her dress was a little too risqué for the office party.
Similarsuggestive, racy, naughty, saucy, daring
Oppositeclean, wholesome, prim

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Origin

From French risqué, meaning 'risky'. It comes from the French verb risquer ('to risk') and ultimately traces back to Latin words for 'cut off'.