Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
androphilic
adjective
/ˌændrəˈfɪlɪk/
Definition
Having a preference for or attraction to men.
Examples
- An androphilic individual may feel more comfortable in relationships with men rather than women.
- In discussions of attraction, the androphilic orientation is often contrasted with gynephilic, which refers to attraction to women.
Meaning
The term refers to a sexual or romantic attraction to or affinity for males, often used in discussions about sexual orientation and preferences.
Synonyms
- Male-attracted
- Androphile
- Heterosexual (in some contexts)
