adjective
Internet Slang
demisexual
DEM-ee-SEK-shoo-ul · adjective · informal
Feeling sexual attraction only after a strong emotional bond forms.
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Definitions
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Describing someone who does not experience sexual attraction to a person until an emotional connection has developed. Part of the asexual spectrum.
“She's demisexual, so the talking stage matters way more to her than looks.”
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demisexual In A Sentence
She's demisexual, so the talking stage matters way more to her than looks.
Origin & Usage
From 'demi' (half) plus 'sexual'; emerged from asexual-community discourse in the 2000s.
Variants
demi
People Also Ask
What does demisexual mean?
It describes someone who doesn't feel sexual attraction to a person until a strong emotional connection has formed. It's part of the asexual spectrum.
Where does the word demisexual come from?
It combines 'demi' (half) with 'sexual' and emerged from asexual-community discourse in the 2000s.
How does being demisexual affect dating?
The emotional connection and talking stage tend to matter far more than physical appearance or instant chemistry.
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