heterosexual
/ˌhɛtərəˈsɛkʃuəl/
adjective
- Romantically or sexually attracted to people of the opposite gender.
- She is in a heterosexual relationship with her husband.
- The survey asked participants whether they were heterosexual, gay, or bisexual.
- Many societies have traditionally expected heterosexual marriages.
- Relating to or involving attraction between people of opposite genders.
- The study compared the health outcomes of heterosexual and LGBTQ+ individuals.
- Heterosexual couples often face different social expectations than same-sex couples.
- The movie explores both heterosexual and same-sex relationships.
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noun
- A person who is romantically or sexually attracted to people of the opposite gender.
- As a heterosexual, he had never thought much about the challenges faced by gay people.
- The group includes both heterosexuals and members of the LGBTQ+ community.
- The clinic offers services for heterosexuals and same-sex couples alike.