Acemid is an orientation describing someone who is strictly asexual but not strictly aromantic, yet still falls within the aromantic spectrum. This means that an acemid individual does not experience sexual attraction but does have romantic experiences or feelings that vary within the aromantic spectrum. Acemid can be used on its own or combined with another orientation (e.g., diamoric acemid), which further specifies the nature of their romantic attraction.
Jordan identifies as acemid, knowing they don’t experience sexual attraction but do have romantic feelings that fluctuate within the aromantic spectrum. For instance, Jordan sometimes feels a deep, romantic pull toward non-binary friends, leaning toward a diamoric connection. One day, while chatting with their friend Maya, Jordan shared, “I don’t feel sexual attraction, but my romantic feelings do shift and adapt. I’m acemid.” This term helped them explain their unique combination of asexuality and romantic fluidity. Embracing the acemid label has provided Jordan with clarity and validation, allowing them to communicate their experiences more confidently. They found it empowering to have a term that captured their nuanced orientation, which helped them form deeper, understanding connections with others.