Bisexual adj
of, relating to, or characterised by being sexually attracted to more than one gender.
Note
Bisexuality does not preclude attraction to non-binary or transgender people.
Self-Defined
A modern dictionary about us.
We define our words, but they don't define us.
Self-Defined seeks to provide more inclusive, holistic, and fluid definitions to reflect the diverse perspectives of the modern world.
With the foundation of vocabulary, we can begin to understand lived experiences of people different than us. Words can provide us with a sense of identify and allow us to find kinship through common experiences.
Ways to help
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Table of Content
- Bierasure
- Bisexual
- Colonialism
- crazyableist-slur
- Intersectionality
- Psychopathableist-slur
Words
crazy noun
mentally deranged; demented; insane.
Issues
Crazy is very commonly used as an adjective to embody a vast array of ideas, often not specifically. It is used so frequently that it sometimes is a filler. Crazy can also be used in a derogatory manner for someone with mental or psychiatric disabilities.
Impact
By using ableist language, we are perpetuating violence against people who experience mental or psychological disabilities. Using this language perpetuates those systems and language of harm, regardless of our intent.
Usage Tip
Be more specific. Typically we can find an alternate definition by simply reflecting on what emotion we're really feeling.
Alt words
- abundant
- bizarre
- enormous
- ludicrous
- outlandish
- ridiculous
- unbelievable
- unexpected
- unfamiliar
- unreal
- scary
- shocking
- strange
- wicked