ambisexual
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /æmˈbɪsɛkʃuəl/
KK: /æmˈbɪsɛkʃuəl/
adjective
Definition
This term describes a person who is attracted to individuals of both genders.
Example
She identifies as ambisexual, attracted to both men and women.
Conversation
I just met someone who identifies as ambisexual and it was really interesting to hear their perspective.
That's cool! It's great to see more people being open about their identities.
Yeah, I think understanding different orientations helps everyone feel included.
Absolutely! It’s all about respecting and celebrating our differences.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
bisexual
pansexual
fluid
Antonyms
heterosexual
homosexual
exclusive
noun
Definition
A person who is attracted to both males and females.
Example
She identifies as ambisexual, attracted to both men and women.
Conversation
I met someone interesting at the café yesterday.
Oh really? What were they like?
They mentioned being ambisexual, which I found really cool.
Root Explanation
Ambisexual is formed from "ambi-" (meaning both) and "sexual" (from Latin "sexus", meaning sex or gender). The word describes a sexual orientation that encompasses attraction to both genders.
Memory Tip
Think of 'both' ('ambi-') when remembering that 'ambisexual' refers to attraction to both sexes.
Visually Confused Words
ambosexual
bisexual
asexual
bisexually