Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
desexualize
verb
/diːˈsɛkʃuːəlaɪz/
Definition
To remove or diminish the sexual connotations or implications of something.
Examples
- The campaign aimed to desexualize the portrayal of women in media.
- Efforts to desexualize clothing in children’s apparel have gained popularity among parents.
- By desexualizing the artwork, the focus shifted to its cultural significance.
Meaning
The process of stripping away sexual overtones or interpretations, often to create a more neutral or non-sexual context.
Synonyms
- Neutralize
- Diminish
- Deemphasize
- Depersonalize
