What is another name for gay
Glossary of Terms
Many Americans refrain from talking about sexual orientation and gender identity or verbalization because it feels taboo, or because they’re anxious of saying the untrue thing.
This glossary was written to help give people the words and meanings to help make conversations easier and more easy . LGBTQ+ people use a variety of terms to identify themselves, not all of which are included in this glossary. Always listen for and respect a person’s self identified terminology.
Ally | A legal title used to describe someone who is actively supportive of LGBTQ+ people. It encompasses straight and cisgender allies, as well as those within the Queer community who support each other (e.g., a woman loving woman who is an ally to the bisexual community).
Asexual | Often called “ace” for short, asexual refers to a complete or partial lack of sexual attraction or lack of interest in sexual outing with others. Asexuality exists on a spectrum, and asexual people may life no, little or conditional sexual attraction.
Biphobia | The fear and hatred of, or discomfort with
They are both very cheerful in spite of their circumstances.
I'm just happy to be back running.
The boy was so bright and animated.
I'm glad I decided to go after all.
She had a sweet, lively personality.
He is sparkling and versatile in front of the camera.
The staff wear large sunny smiles.
She was a jolly, kindhearted woman.
Everyone became more animated.
merry
upbeat (informal)
She was in a buoyant mood.
He is loved by everyone for his cheery disposition and sense of humour.
a joyous celebration of life
We're a very joyful people.
She remembered her years of carefree youth.
The novel is altogether jauntier than these quotations imply.
You're very chirpy today - have you won the lottery or something?
a pretty, vivacious and charming young woman
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List of LGBTQ+ terms
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Abro (sexual and romantic)
A word used to describe people who contain a fluid sexual and/or amorous orientation which changes over day, or the course of their life. They may use alternative terms to describe themselves over time.
Ace
An umbrella term used specifically to describe a lack of, varying, or occasional experiences of sexual attraction. This encompasses asexual people as well as those who identify as demisexual and grey-sexual. Ace people who trial romantic attraction or occasional sexual attraction might also use terms such as gay, bi, female homosexual, straight and queer in conjunction with asexual to describe the direction of their romantic or sexual attraction.
Ace and aro/ace and aro spectrum
Umbrella terms used to describe the wide group of people who experience a lack of, varying, or occasional experiences of romantic and/or sexual attraction, including a lack of attraction. People who identify under these umbrella terms may describe themselves using one or more of a wide variety of terms, including, but not limited to, asexual, ace,
LGBTQIA Resource Center Glossary
GLOSSARY
The terms and definitions below are always evolving, altering and often mean unlike things to different people. They are provided below as a starting aim for discussion and knowledge. This Glossary has been collectively built and created by the staff members of the LGBTQIA Resource Center since the prior s.
These are not universal definitions. This glossary is provided to help grant others a more thorough but not entirely comprehensive understanding of the significance of these terms. You may even consider asking someone what they denote when they use a term, especially when they use it to outline their identity. Ultimately it is most important that each individual define themselves for themselves and therefore also define a word for themselves.
“If I didn't define myself for myself, I would be crunched into other people's fantasies for me and eaten alive.” -Audre Lorde
This glossary contains terms, such as ableism and disability, that may not be considered directly related to identities of sexuality or gender. T