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'''Apothiromantic''' is a |
'''Apothiromantic''' is a [[micro-label]] on the [[Aromantic Spectrum|aromantic spectrum]]. It is another word for [[Romance-repulsed|romance repulsed]]. For some apothisexuals, they are repulsed at the idea of engaging in romance themselves, but are fine with romance that does not involve them. Others may be repulsed by the idea of romance in general. Those who are apothiromantic typically do not seek out romantic relationships and many dislike romantically coded actions such as kissing, or cuddling. |
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Apothiromantic is known as a [[Micro-Label|micro-label]]. Meaning that by saying that one is apothiromantic it is implied that one is also [[aromantic]]. In this case aromantic is the primary romantic identity and apothiromantic acts as a modifier, making a specific sub-category of aromantics. |
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The sexual counterpart to apothiromantic is [[apothisexual]]. |
The sexual counterpart to apothiromantic is [[apothisexual]]. |
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The opposite of apothiromantic is [[cupioromantic]]. |
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== Etymology == |
== Etymology == |
Revision as of 17:11, 19 October 2020
Apothiromantic is a micro-label on the aromantic spectrum. It is another word for romance repulsed. For some apothisexuals, they are repulsed at the idea of engaging in romance themselves, but are fine with romance that does not involve them. Others may be repulsed by the idea of romance in general. Those who are apothiromantic typically do not seek out romantic relationships and many dislike romantically coded actions such as kissing, or cuddling.
The sexual counterpart to apothiromantic is apothisexual.
Etymology
The prefix apothi- comes from the Greek word apothisan, meaning repulsed.