polysexual
1 synonym and 1 antonym for polysexual, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Attracted to people of many genders, but not necessarily all of them.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use polysexual
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
identify as polysexual
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polysexual attraction
Neutral and non-clinical; used mainly as a self-description within LGBTQ+ communities.
Etymology
From Greek polys meaning 'many' plus sexual, from Latin sexus.
Full origin of polysexual →Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between polysexual and pansexual?
Polysexual means attraction to many genders but not all of them — a polysexual person may be drawn to some genders and not others. Pansexual means attraction that is not limited by gender at all. The distinction is one of scope, and people choose whichever label fits their own experience.
What is the difference between polysexual and bisexual?
Bisexual traditionally means attraction to two or more genders, and today is often used broadly for attraction to one's own gender and others. Polysexual specifies attraction to multiple genders while leaving open that some are excluded, so it can feel more precise to people for whom bisexual reads as two.
Is polysexual the same as polyamorous?
No. Polysexual describes sexual orientation — which genders someone is attracted to. Polyamorous describes relationship structure — having more than one romantic partner with everyone's knowledge and consent. A person can be either, both or neither.
