Demisexualspike describes someone who is typically demisexual; only experiencing sexual attraction after forming a deep emotional bond; but who occasionally and rarely experiences sudden, unexpected spikes of sexual attraction without needing an emotional connection. These spikes are usually short-lived and do not align with their usual patterns of attraction. Despite these rare instances, a demisexualspike … Read more
Énasdemisexual describes an individual who experiences sexual attraction to only one person in their lifetime, and only after forming a deep emotional connection with that individual. This identity combines elements of Énassexual (a lifetime attraction to one individual) and demisexual (requiring a profound emotional bond for sexual attraction to occur). Énasdemisexual individuals may never feel … Read more
Énassexual refers to someone who experiences sexual attraction to only one individual throughout their entire lifetime. This orientation is defined by its exclusivity, emphasizing a singular and deeply meaningful connection. For an énassexual individual, sexual attraction is not something they feel broadly or toward multiple people but rather develops uniquely and exclusively for one specific … Read more
Autosexual refers to individuals who are primarily sexually attracted to themselves rather than others. This orientation can be distinct or coexist with other sexual orientations. Autosexual people often find that their main source of sexual desire or attraction is directed inward and can include feeling most aroused by their own body or engaging in sexual … Read more
Heterosexual refers to individuals who experience sexual attraction exclusively to people of the opposite gender. This orientation, often known as being “straight,” is commonly recognized and socially accepted in most cultures around the world. Heterosexuality involves romantic and sexual attraction between males and females, aligning with traditional gender pairings. While it is considered the most … Read more
Zsexual is a term proposed as an alternative to allosexual, referring to individuals who are not on the asexual spectrum and who experience sexual attraction. The term zsexual was introduced as a playful counterpart to the letter “A” in asexual, suggesting an opposite concept. Despite its introduction, zsexual did not gain widespread usage, and variations … Read more
An achillean is defined as someone who identifies as a man and feels attraction to other men or masculinity. This term encompasses various identities such as men-loving-men (MLM), apollian, chaeronean, and wildean. The label is inclusive of all men who love other men, whether they are exclusively attracted to men (e.g., gay or vincian) or … Read more
Acevoid is a label for asexual and ace-spec individuals who feel neutral or indifferent toward any other orientation; they identify solely as asexual. Acevoid individuals do not have other orientations, such as romantic, platonic, or sensual, accompanying their asexual identity. They experience being asexual without any additional forms of attraction or relationship orientations. The romantic … Read more
Allosexual refers to individuals who experience regular and consistent sexual attraction. This term encompasses those who do not identify on the asexual spectrum and have typical experiences of sexual desire and attraction. Allosexuality serves as a contrast to asexuality and helps highlight the diversity of sexual experiences. It includes people across all sexual orientations who … Read more
