homosexual
3 antonyms and opposites of homosexual, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Attracted romantically or sexually to people of the same sex.
Antonyms
Etymology
Coined in German in 1868 by Karl-Maria Kertbeny from Greek homo- ("same") + Latin sexualis, and later carried into English.
Full origin of homosexual →Frequently asked questions
Is homosexual used as both a noun and an adjective?
Yes. As an adjective, homosexual describes attraction to the same sex, as in 'homosexual relationships.' As a noun, it refers to a person who has that attraction, though many people prefer terms like 'gay man' or 'lesbian' when referring to a specific person.
What is the difference between homosexual and bisexual?
Homosexual describes attraction exclusively to people of one's own sex, while bisexual describes attraction to more than one sex or gender.