adj

asexual

ay-SEHK-shoo-uhl

Asexual (adj) means not experiencing sexual attraction to others.

adj

Not experiencing sexual attraction to others.

"She identifies as asexual and has never felt sexual attraction to anyone."

Reproducing without the fusion of sex cells from two parents, as in many plants, fungi, and simple organisms.

"Some starfish reproduce asexually by splitting off part of their body."

noun

A person who does not experience sexual attraction.

"The support group is specifically for asexuals and their partners."

How to use asexual

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishHas two separate everyday uses: a sexual orientation (not experiencing sexual attraction), and a biology term for reproduction without mating.

Common mistake

Asexuality (the orientation) is not the same as celibacy — celibacy is a choice not to have sex; asexuality is about attraction, regardless of behavior.

Common pairings

asexual reproduction identify as asexual asexual orientation

Word forms

asexuals plural

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Etymology

Built from a- ("without") plus "sexual," from Latin sexus ("sex").

Origin: Latin

Synonyms

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nonsexual

Antonyms

allosexual

Related words

allosexual

Rhymes for asexual

dual equal usual sexual manual annual actual ritual mutual casual visual accrual

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of asexual?

"asexual" (adj) means not experiencing sexual attraction to others.

What is another word for asexual?

Other words for "asexual" include nonsexual.

What is the opposite of asexual?

The opposite of "asexual" is allosexual.

What are the different meanings of asexual?

"asexual" has 3 main meanings: 1. Not experiencing sexual attraction to others; 2. Reproducing without the fusion of sex cells from two parents, as in many plants, fungi, and simple organisms; 3. A person who does not experience sexual attraction.

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