nonsexual

/ˌnän-ˈsek-sh(ə-)wəl/ (ame, mw)

nonsexual — adjective

  • nonsexualpositive
  • more nonsexualcomparative
  • most nonsexualsuperlative

1. not connected with sexual feelings, sexual activity, or physical intimacy.

1.形容詞B2
釋義

not connected with sexual feelings, sexual activity, or physical intimacy.

例句

The therapist explained that the hug was warm but completely nonsexual.

be nonsexual: predicative use after a linking verb

After the breakup, Mina wanted a close but nonsexual friendship with Omar.

nonsexual + friendship: relationship without sexual involvement

同義詞
  • platonic

    mainly used for close relationships or affection without sex

  • non-erotic

    more formal and often used for art, touch, or physical contact

反義詞
  • sexual

    involving sexual feelings, desire, or activity

文法句型

nonsexual + noun

be nonsexual

用法筆記

Often used when touch, closeness, or nudity could be misunderstood as sexual. Common with words like relationship, touch, intimacy, and images of the body.

常見錯誤

❌He is nonsexual, so he never feels sexual attraction.
✅He is asexual, so he never feels sexual attraction.
💡'nonsexual' usually describes a situation, action, or relationship, not a person's orientation.