Inclusive Language Lists

adjective a term used to describe someone who is attracted to people regardless of their gender identity or biological sex

• The researcher conducted a study on the experiences of quoisexual individuals in society.
• I have a friend who identifies as quoisexual and they have shared with me their journey of self-discovery.
• Some people still don't understand what quoisexual means, but it's just another way to express one's sexuality.
• The concept of quoisexual challenges traditional notions of sexual orientation and identity.

noun a non-binary person, someone who identifies outside of the traditional gender binary of male and female

• The enby individual prefers to use they/them pronouns.
• I met an enby at the party last night.
• Enbies are such cool people to hang out with.
• Their enby identity allows them to express themselves authentically.

noun an acronym that stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transexual, Queer, Questioning, Intersex, Asexual, Ally, and Pansexual, used to represent the diversity of the LGBTQ+ community

• The acronym LGBTTQQIAAP stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Two-Spirit, Queer, Questioning, Intersex, Asexual, and Pansexual.
• Many people in the LGBTTQQIAAP community face discrimination and prejudice on a daily basis.
• Some slang terms used within the LGBTTQQIAAP community include 'queer' and 'ace'.
• The rainbow flag is often used as a symbol of pride and unity for the LGBTTQQIAAP community.

adjective relating to or based on the belief that heterosexuality is the only natural or normal sexual orientation

• The society's perception of relationships is often influenced by heteronormative beliefs.
• Some people may feel pressured to conform to heteronormative standards in their relationships.
• It's annoying how everything is so heteronormative sometimes.
• Breaking free from heteronormative expectations can feel like a breath of fresh air.