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Lgbtq

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Definition

The word 'lgbtq' represents the initialism for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer community.

Synonyms & similar words

Synonyms by register

Formal

queer non-heterosexual non-cisgender

Informal

gay lesbian bi trans queer

Antonyms

heterosexual straight cisgender traditional normative conventional unquestioning

Common collocations

  • LGBTQ rights
  • LGBTQ community
  • LGBTQ pride
  • LGBTQ advocacy
  • LGBTQ issues
  • LGBTQ history
  • LGBTQ culture

Word family

adjective LGBTQ

Usage note

LGBTQ is an initialism representing lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (or questioning). It is often used as an umbrella term for diverse sexual orientations and gender identities. The term is generally considered inclusive and respectful.

Example sentences

  1. 1. The lgbtq community promotes love and acceptance for all.
  2. 2. My cousin is part of the lgbtq community and I fully support them.
  3. 3. The lgbtq rights movement has made significant progress over the years.
  4. 4. The lgbtq community celebrates Pride Month every June.
  5. 5. It's important to create safe spaces for lgbtq individuals where they can be themselves.

Quotes

  • 1. 'Being gay is natural. Hating gay is a lifestyle choice.' - John Fugelsang
  • 2. 'Love is love is love is love is love is love is love is love, cannot be killed or swept aside.' - Lin-Manuel Miranda
  • 3. 'It takes no compromise to give people their rights... it takes no money to respect the individual. It takes no political deal to give people freedom. It takes no survey to remove repression.' - Harvey Milk

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