agender
3 synonyms for agender, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Having no gender identity, or not identifying with any gender.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use agender
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
agender person
identify as agender
agender pride flag
Neutral. Standard within LGBTQ+ contexts and increasingly in mainstream writing.
Etymology
Formed from the Greek prefix a- 'without' + gender.
Full origin of agender →Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between agender and non-binary?
Non-binary is an umbrella term for any gender identity that is not simply man or woman. Agender is one specific identity under that umbrella: having no gender at all, rather than a mix or a gender in between. Most agender people count as non-binary, though not all use that word.
Is agender the same as asexual?
No. Agender is about gender identity — who you are. Asexual is about sexual attraction — who, if anyone, you are drawn to. An agender person may be of any sexual orientation.
What pronouns do agender people use?
There is no single answer. Many use they/them, some use neopronouns such as ze or xe, and some are comfortable with he or she. The only reliable method is to ask.
