Definition

In a way that relates to or involves sexual attraction between people of the opposite sex.

Example

They expressed their feelings heterosexually, showing their attraction to each other.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new couple that got together last week?

Yeah, I heard they're dating heterosexually.

It's interesting to see how different their relationship is compared to others.

Totally, every relationship has its own unique vibe.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Heterosexually → It is formed from "hetero-" (from Greek "heteros", meaning different) and "sexus" (from Latin, meaning sex or gender) and the suffix "-ally" (meaning in a manner). The word describes a manner of relating to or being attracted to individuals of the opposite sex.

Memory Tip

Think of 'different' ('hetero-') relating to 'sex' ('sexus') — this helps you remember that 'heterosexually' refers to attraction to the opposite sex.

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