asexual

Meanings

• adjective

  A person who does not experience sexual attraction or desire.

  - "She identified as asexual and didn't feel the need for sexual relationships."
  - "Many people are unaware of the asexual identity and its differences from celibacy."

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Antonyms

allosexual , allosexual

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Synonyms

ace , asexy , hyposexual , epicene

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Variants

List of all variants of asexual that leads to same result
asexual , asexualities , asexuality , asexually , asexuals

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Etymology

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Derived from the Greek word 'asexualis,' meaning 'without sexual desire.'

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Trivia

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1. Approximately 1% of the population identifies as asexual.

2. Asexuality is not a mental disorder, and it is recognized as a valid sexual orientation by the American Psychological Association.

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Related Concepts

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1. aromantic: A person who experiences little to no romantic attraction. Some asexual individuals also identify as aromantic.

2. demisexual: A person who experiences sexual attraction only in the context of emotional connection.

3. asexuality spectrum: A continuum of sexual experiences and identities, including asexuality, demisexuality, and gray-asexuality.

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Culture

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The asexual community has gained more visibility in recent years, with organizations and events promoting awareness and acceptance. Asexuality is often discussed in the context of sexuality and sexual orientation.

How to Memorize "asexual"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person who does not experience sexual attraction or desire. Visualize them going about their daily life without feeling the need for sexual relationships.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'asexual' with the concept of 'absence of sexual attraction.' Remember that it does not imply a lack of emotional connection or intimacy.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the letters A, S, and E: 'Asexual: Absence of Sexual Attraction.'

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