Meaning & Definition of word "Sexuality"

Sexuality

/ˌsɛkʃuˈælɪti/

noun:

  • 1. The capacity for sexual feelings; the state of being sexual.
    • Example: Her exploration of her own sexuality helped her better understand her identity.
  • 2. The way in which a person experiences and expresses sexual attraction.
    • Example: Sexuality can encompass a wide spectrum of orientations and preferences.
  • 3. The sexual characteristics, feelings, and behaviors of an individual.
    • Example: Cultural norms often influence how people express their sexuality in society.
  • 4. The overall expression of sexual behavior and attraction in interpersonal relationships.
    • Example: The course covers various aspects of human sexuality, including emotional connections.

Etymology

From Latin 'sexualis', meaning 'of or belonging to sex'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sexual orientation:

A person's emotional, romantic, or sexual attraction to another person.

sexual health:

The state of physical, emotional, mental, and social well-being in relation to sexuality.

sexual behavior:

How individuals express their sexuality through action.

Related Words

gender:

The range of characteristics pertaining to, and differentiating between, masculinity and femininity.

eroticism:

The quality of being sexually arousing or exciting.

intimacy:

Close familiarity or friendship; closeness in a sexual context.

Slang Meanings of sexuality

Meaning: Queer

Example Sentence: He's identifying as queer in terms of his sexuality.

Meaning: Femme

Example Sentence: She embraces her identity as a femme within the LGBTQ+ community.