Theory

Theory is a prefix or suffix which can be added onto any sort of identity to describe how one could incorporate something into their identity in theory, but when actually used or seen as part of their identity, one feels uncomfortable. For example, an individual could say they were pronountheory, in that they might want others to use she/her for them, but when actually used, they may feel dysphoric or uncomfortable.

History
The term was coined by Rem of the Circe System, aka FANDOM user Iwillregretthisuwu, on October 24, 2021.

Flag
The Theory (prefix or suffix) flag was created by FANDOM user Fyresky on November 9th, 2021. The colors represent the following: red represents dysphoria and the feeling of being uncomfortable when using an identity, teal represents wanting to use an identity in theory, and black is a mix of the two feelings.