Pansexuality

C1 16+

Pronunciation: /ˌpæn.sɛk.ʃuˈæl/

Definitions of pansexuality

noun a sexual orientation characterized by the potential for attraction to people of any gender or sexual identity

Example Sentences

A1 Pansexuality means being attracted to people regardless of their gender identity.

A2 Pansexuality is a sexual orientation where individuals are attracted to others regardless of their gender or gender identity.

B1 Many people are still unfamiliar with the concept of pansexuality and what it entails.

B2 Pansexuality is often misunderstood or misrepresented in mainstream media and society.

C1 The discussion around pansexuality has become more prominent in recent years, leading to greater awareness and acceptance.

C2 Pansexuality challenges traditional notions of sexuality and expands the understanding of human attraction beyond binary categories.

Examples of pansexuality in a Sentence

formal Pansexuality is a sexual orientation characterized by the potential for attraction to people regardless of their gender identity or biological sex.

informal I recently learned about pansexuality and how it differs from other sexual orientations.

slang Some people mistakenly think pansexuality means being attracted to pans, but that's not true.

figurative Her acceptance of all people regardless of gender is like a rainbow flag waving proudly in support of pansexuality.

Grammatical Forms of pansexuality

past tense

pansexualized

plural

pansexualities

comparative

more pansexual

superlative

most pansexual

present tense

is pansexual

future tense

will be pansexual

perfect tense

has been pansexual

continuous tense

is being pansexual

singular

pansexuality

positive degree

pansexual

infinitive

to pansexualize

gerund

pansexualizing

participle

pansexualized

Origin and Evolution of pansexuality

First Known Use: 1917 year
Language of Origin: Greek
Story behind the word: The term 'pansexuality' is believed to have originated from the Greek prefix 'pan-' meaning 'all' or 'every' and 'sexuality' which refers to sexual orientation.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in the early 20th century in psychological and psychiatric literature to describe the potential for attraction to individuals regardless of their gender identity or biological sex. Over time, the term has gained wider recognition and acceptance within the LGBTQ+ community as a valid sexual orientation.