noun

nymphomaniac

nihm-foh-MAY-nee-ak

noun

A dated, often disparaging term for a woman said to have an unusually strong sex drive.

"The old psychiatric term "nymphomaniac" is now considered outdated and stigmatizing."

How to Use Nymphomaniac

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn old-fashioned, judgmental label historically used for women assumed to want too much sex.

When to use it

Dated and clinically discredited; modern usage tends to view the term as sexist and best avoided.

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The old psychiatric term "_____" is now considered outdated and stigmatizing.

From nymphomania plus -ac, ultimately combining Greek nymphe ("bride") with mania ("madness").

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