Definition

Noun: 1. The capacity for sexual feelings or the expression of sexual desire: This refers to the emotional, romantic, and/or physical attraction a person feels, and is a central aspect of being human. 2. The quality or state of being sexual, especially in relation to one's sexual orientation or behavior: This encompasses a person's identity based on those attractions, related behaviors, and membership in a community of others who share those attractions.

Usage

• Sexuality is a broad term that includes feelings, behaviors, and identity. It is often discussed in contexts of psychology, sociology, health, and personal identity.
• It is typically used as a non-count noun when referring to the general concept or capacity. : Human sexuality is complex and multifaceted.
• It can be used as a count noun when referring to specific types or expressions. : The book explores different sexualities across cultures.

Examples

• General Concept:
  • Adolescence is a time of exploring one's sexuality.
  • Education about sexuality is important for public health.
• Specific Orientation/Identity:
  • She is comfortable with her sexuality.
  • The conference addressed issues affecting LGBTQ+ sexualities.

Advanced Usage

• "To come to terms with one's sexuality": to accept and understand one's own sexual orientation or feelings. :
• "Sexuality education": education that deals with human sexual anatomy, reproduction, relationships, and consent. :

Variants and Related Words

• Sexual (adj): of or relating to sex, the sexes, or the instincts and drives associated with sex. :
• Asexuality (n): a sexual orientation characterized by a lack of sexual attraction to others. : Asexuality is a valid and recognized orientation.

Synonyms

• Sexual orientation: a person's identity in relation to the gender or genders to which they are sexually attracted.
• Desire: a strong feeling of wanting to have something or wishing for something to happen, often used in a sexual context ( is a more clinical synonym for sexual desire).

Related Phrases

• Human sexuality: the total expression of an individual's maleness or femaleness as reflected in personality, behavior, and biology.
• Fluidity of sexuality: the concept that a person's sexual orientation or identity may change over time or depending on circumstances.

Noun

1. the properties that distinguish organisms on the basis of their reproductive roles
   • she didn't want to know the sex of the foetus