bisexual
13 synonyms and 2 antonyms for bisexual, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Romantically or sexually attracted to both men and women.
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biromantic
attracted to both sexes
hermaphrodite
AC/DC
ambisextrous
Kinsey 3
open-minded
switch-hitting
Antonyms
How to use bisexual
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identify as bisexual
bisexual community
Etymology
From "bi-" ("two") plus "sexual". Originally an 18th-century botanical term for plants with both male and female parts; it took on its modern meaning about human sexuality in the late 1800s through early sexology writing.
Full origin of bisexual →Frequently asked questions
What does bisexual mean when used to describe a flower or organism?
When applied to flowers or other organisms, bisexual describes having both male and female reproductive parts, a biological sense distinct from the term's use for human attraction. This usage is common in botany and biology.
Is bisexual used as both a noun and an adjective?
Yes, bisexual can function as an adjective describing attraction or reproductive structure, such as "a bisexual person" or "a bisexual flower," and as a noun referring to a person who is attracted to both men and women, as in "she identifies as a bisexual."
