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'''Apothisexual''' is a sexual orientation on the [[Asexual Spectrum|asexual spectrum]] |
'''Apothisexual''' is a sexual orientation on the [[Asexual Spectrum|asexual spectrum]]. It means someone who is sex repulsed. Those who are apothisexual do not seek out sexual relationships. |
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Apothisexual is known as a [[Micro-Label|micro-label]]. Meaning that by saying that one is apothisexual it is implied that one is also [[asexual]]. In this case asexual is the primary sexual identity and apothisexual acts as a modifier, making a specific sub-category of asexuals. |
Apothisexual is known as a [[Micro-Label|micro-label]]. Meaning that by saying that one is apothisexual it is implied that one is also [[asexual]]. In this case asexual is the primary sexual identity and apothisexual acts as a modifier, making a specific sub-category of asexuals. |
Revision as of 15:41, 31 May 2019
Apothisexual is a sexual orientation on the asexual spectrum. It means someone who is sex repulsed. Those who are apothisexual do not seek out sexual relationships.
Apothisexual is known as a micro-label. Meaning that by saying that one is apothisexual it is implied that one is also asexual. In this case asexual is the primary sexual identity and apothisexual acts as a modifier, making a specific sub-category of asexuals.
The romantic counterpart to apothisexual is apothiromantic.
Etymology
The prefix apothi- comes from the Greek word apothisan, meaning repulsed.