English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com

hetero

0 synonyms and 3 antonyms for hetero, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Adj — Informal for heterosexual; attracted to the opposite sex.

Antonyms

Etymology

A clipped, informal form of "heterosexual."

Full origin of hetero →

Frequently asked questions

What does “hetero” mean?

The word “hetero” means informal for heterosexual; attracted to the opposite sex. In plain terms, a casual short form of "heterosexual.".

How do you pronounce “hetero”?

“Hetero” is pronounced HEHT-roh (/ˈhɛ.tɚ.oʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “hetero” in a sentence?

Here is “hetero” used in a sentence: “The show was criticized for only featuring hetero couples.”

What is the opposite of “hetero”?

The opposite of “hetero” — its antonyms — are gay, homo and homosexual.

What part of speech is “hetero”?

Depending on how it is used, “hetero” can be an adjective and a noun.

How many meanings does “hetero” have?

“Hetero” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: informal for heterosexual; attracted to the opposite sex.

People also searched

Nearby words

← Back to the full definition of hetero
Synonyms and antonyms from Wiktionary, CC BY-SA.