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Synonyms of prostitution

5 similar words

Another word for prostitution is whoredom. Other synonyms of prostitution are harlotry.

Synonyms and similar words for prostitution

nounMore synonyms

harlotryThe trade of a harlot; prostitution.
oldest occupationProstitution.
oldest profession
whoredomThe state of being a whore, prostitution; sexual indulgence, fornication.
world's oldest professionProstitution.

Meaning of prostitution

noun Engaging in sexual activity with another person for pay.
noun Engaging in sexual activity with another person in exchange for goods (not necessarily money) or services.
noun Debasement for profit or impure motives.

Full definition of prostitution

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Questions about synonyms of prostitution

What is another word for prostitution?: Prostitution has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as whoredom and harlotry.
What does prostitution mean?: Prostitution means engaging in sexual activity with another person for pay.

Adapted from Wiktionary: prostitution (page history and authors) and the entries of the words listed. Text available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 license. Word.ws grouped the synonyms and antonyms by meaning and added links. Wiktionary data of 2026-09-02.

Last updated: 2026-09-02

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