heteronormative

(adjective)

Of or pertaining to the practices and institutions that legitimize and privilege heterosexuality, heterosexual relationships, and traditional gender roles as fundamental and "natural" within society.

Related Terms

  • homophobia
  • binary
  • Heterosexism
  • sexual orientation

(adjective)

Of or pertaining to the societal practices and institutions that legitimize and privilege heterosexuality, heterosexual relationships, and traditional gender roles as fundamental and natural.

Related Terms

  • homophobia
  • binary
  • Heterosexism
  • sexual orientation

Examples of heteronormative in the following topics:

  • Sexual Orientation

    • The United States is a heteronormative society, meaning it supports heterosexuality as the norm.
  • Sexual Orientation

    • The United States is a heteronormative society, meaning it supports heterosexuality as the norm.
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