Aegoromantic is the romantic counterpart to aegosexual. It describes people who imagine or enjoy romantic scenarios, but do not include themselves in these fantasies. Attraction is felt at a distance, often directed at the idea of relationships between others, without the desire to take part personally. Like aegosexuality, aegoromantic identity is part of the aromantic … Read more
Aegosexual, sometimes called autochorissexual, is a sexual orientation where a person feels attraction that is separate from their own involvement. People who identify as aegosexual may experience arousal or sexual fantasies, but these fantasies do not include themselves as participants. Instead, attraction is directed at others or at imagined situations, often from a third person … Read more
Aego, also known as autochoris, is an orientation prefix that describes attraction which does not center the self. The word is derived from Latin, combining a meaning “without” and ego meaning “myself.” This creates the sense of “attraction without myself.” It is placed under the asexual spectrum because it describes attraction that often feels detached … Read more
A spike is a sudden change, a quick rise in power or price, often sharp and brief. In gender identity, a spike means someone usually feels one way. But sometimes, they feel very different for a short time. The term can have different meanings in different communities. For example, someone who identifies as acespike is … Read more
Jump is a term used to describe a specific identity in the LGBTQ+ community. It comes from the Middle English word meaning to leave an elevated place and fall down. In this context, it means someone who sometimes feels a certain way about their identity but then returns to how they felt before. This can … Read more
Flux is a term that describes a state of change or flow. It comes from Old French and means the act of flowing. In the context of identity, flux refers to how a person’s identity can change over time. This change can happen in different ways and can be strong or weak. The meaning of … Read more
Fluix is a term used to describe a type of gender identity. It comes from the word “flux,” which means to flow or change. Fluix identities can change in strength or intensity. This means that a person may feel their gender differently at different times. The meaning of fluix can vary in different communities. Some … Read more
Fluid is an identity that changes between concepts related to the specified identity. It describes individuals whose experiences of gender or attraction are not fixed but instead fluctuate over time. This term is often used in discussions about gender and sexual orientation, highlighting the dynamic nature of identity. In various communities, the understanding of fluidity … Read more
Near is a term that describes a state of identity that is approximately aligned with a specific orientation but does not fully conform to it. This concept can apply to various aspects of identity, particularly in the LGBTQ+ community, where individuals may find themselves in a fluid or transitional state regarding their sexual or romantic … Read more
Allo is an orientation prefix used as an umbrella term for individuals who experience attraction. Derived from the Greek word meaning “other” or “different,” allo- was created as a counterpart to a- in asexual, providing a simple and inclusive way to describe non-asexual individuals. It encompasses those who regularly experience sexual, romantic, or other forms … Read more
