Eroticism is an aesthetic focus on sexual desire, especially the feelings of anticipation of sexual activity. It isn't only the state of arousal and anticipation, but also the attempt through various means to incite those feelings. History The word "eroticism" is derived from the name of the Greek god of love, Eros, or Cupid. It is conceived as sensual love or the human sex drive (libido). Philosophers and theologians discern four kinds of love: eros, philia, physio, and agape. Of the four, e… (More on Eroticism)