Nymphomaniac
noun
A person, especially a woman, with an excessive or uncontrollable sexual desire.
She was often labeled a nymphomaniac due to her high sexual appetite.
Usage tips
Informal,Vulgar
sexual desire,sexual appetite,uncontrollable urges
noun
A person, especially a woman, with an excessive or uncontrollable sexual desire.
She was often labeled a nymphomaniac due to her high sexual appetite.
Usage tips
Informal,Vulgar
sexual desire,sexual appetite,uncontrollable urges
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Sensitivity
This term can be offensive or derogatory in modern contexts. Use with caution.
Avoid using it in professional or therapeutic settings.
Pro Tip 2/3Understanding Context
Consider the context in which you use this word. It often implies judgment or stigma.
It is better to describe someone's sexual behavior without labels.
Pro Tip 3/3Nuanced Meaning
In discussions about sexual health, clarify the difference between having a high sexual desire and being a nymphomaniac.
People may have varied sexual appetites for different reasons.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Sensitivity
This term can be offensive or derogatory in modern contexts. Use with caution.
Avoid using it in professional or therapeutic settings.
Pro Tip 2/3Understanding Context
Consider the context in which you use this word. It often implies judgment or stigma.
It is better to describe someone's sexual behavior without labels.
Pro Tip 3/3Nuanced Meaning
In discussions about sexual health, clarify the difference between having a high sexual desire and being a nymphomaniac.
People may have varied sexual appetites for different reasons.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Sensitivity
This term can be offensive or derogatory in modern contexts. Use with caution.
Avoid using it in professional or therapeutic settings.
Pro Tip 2/3Understanding Context
Consider the context in which you use this word. It often implies judgment or stigma.
It is better to describe someone's sexual behavior without labels.
Pro Tip 3/3Nuanced Meaning
In discussions about sexual health, clarify the difference between having a high sexual desire and being a nymphomaniac.
People may have varied sexual appetites for different reasons.
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