Body Positivity And Self-Acceptance Terms

2 words in this vocabulary list

noun a person who is sexually attracted to themselves

adjective relating to or characteristic of being sexually attracted to oneself

  • The concept of autosexual identity has gained recognition in academic literature.
  • Some people may joke that they are autosexual because they enjoy spending time alone.
  • I heard that guy is totally autosexual, he never dates anyone.
  • Being autosexual in this context means being self-sufficient and content with oneself.

noun a slang term used to describe the lack of definition between the calf and the ankle, resulting in a thick or swollen appearance

  • The patient exhibited edema in the lower extremities, resulting in the appearance of cankles.
  • I hate wearing shorts because my cankles are so noticeable.
  • She's always complaining about her cankles, but I think they're cute.
  • Her lack of ankle definition made it seem like she had cankles even though she was very fit.