Synonyms for heterosexism
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
The assumption made when relating to others that everyone is heterosexual.
Related words
- Word family
- heterosexist
Forms
- Plural
- heterosexisms → homophobias…
Example sentences
- homophobia Sexuality would be private if not for homophobia.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| heterosexism | rising | |
| homophobia | rising | |
| heterosexualism | steady |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 10 letters
- homophobia5
- 15 letters
- heterosexualism
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (homophobia5 = 5 syllables).