Transvestite

C1 16+

Pronunciation: /trænzˈvɛˌstaɪt/

Definitions of transvestite

noun a person, typically a man, who derives pleasure from dressing in clothes primarily associated with the opposite sex

Example Sentences

A1 A transvestite is a person who wears clothes typically associated with the opposite gender.

A2 The movie featured a character who was a transvestite, challenging traditional gender norms.

B1 The transvestite community advocates for acceptance and understanding of gender diversity.

B2 Many transvestites face discrimination and prejudice in society.

C1 The documentary explored the experiences of transvestites in different cultures.

C2 As a transvestite activist, she worked tirelessly to promote LGBTQ rights and visibility.

Examples of transvestite in a Sentence

formal The theater production featured a talented transvestite actor in the lead role.

informal I heard that the party last night had a transvestite performer who was really entertaining.

slang Did you see that transvestite at the club last night? They looked amazing!

figurative The artist's use of color in the painting was so bold and unexpected, it was like a transvestite in a room full of suits.

Grammatical Forms of transvestite

past tense

transvestited

plural

transvestites

comparative

more transvestite

superlative

most transvestite

present tense

transvestites

future tense

will transvestite

perfect tense

have transvestited

continuous tense

is transvestiting

singular

transvestite

positive degree

transvestite

infinitive

to transvestite

gerund

transvestiting

participle

transvestiting

Origin and Evolution of transvestite

First Known Use: 1910 year
Language of Origin: German
Story behind the word: The word 'transvestite' originates from the German term 'Transvestit', which was coined by German sexologist Magnus Hirschfeld in the early 20th century.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe individuals who wore clothing typically associated with the opposite sex for sexual gratification, the term has evolved to encompass a broader range of gender expression and identity beyond just cross-dressing for sexual purposes.