nongay
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /nɒŋˈɡeɪ/
KK: /nɔŋˈɡeɪ/
adjective
Definition
Describing someone or something that is not attracted to the same sex.
Example
He identifies as nongay and is attracted to women.
Conversation
I was talking to Mark the other day and he mentioned he's definitely nongay.
Oh really? I didn't know that about him.
Yeah, it surprised me too since he has a lot of friends in the LGBTQ community.
That's cool, it's great to see such diverse friendships.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
straight
heterosexual
asexual
Antonyms
gay
homosexual
queer
noun
Definition
A person who does not identify as gay.
Example
He identifies as nongay and prefers to date women.
Conversation
Did you hear about the new guy at work?
Yeah, I heard he's nongay and really into sports.
That's cool! I wonder if he'll fit in with the team.
Root Explanation
This word originates from the prefix 'non-' (meaning not) and 'gay' (from Old French 'gai', meaning joyful or carefree). The term 'nongay' refers to something that is not gay or does not pertain to the characteristics associated with being gay.
Memory Tip
Think of 'non-' meaning not, and 'gay' meaning joyful — so 'nongay' means not joyful in that specific context.
Visually Confused Words
nonary
nona