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Definition of polyamorist

polyamorist

/ˌpɑː.liˈæm.ɚ.ɪst/
pol · y · am · or · ist
Adverb:polyamorously
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Plural:polyamorists
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Adjective:polyamorous
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polyamorist Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A person who practices or advocates polyamory, engaging in multiple romantic or sexual relationships simultaneously with the full knowledge and consent of all partners involved.

Example

"As a self-described polyamorist, she emphasized the importance of open communication and honesty among all of her partners."

Antonyms
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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'polyamorist' with 'polygamist'; a polygamist is legally or religiously married to multiple spouses, whereas a polyamorist engages in consensual romantic relationships with multiple partners regardless of marital status.

• Nearby Words

polo
poltergeist
poly
polyamorist
polyamorous
polyamory
polyanthus

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 20th century as a hybrid word combining the Ancient Greek prefix 'poly-' (meaning 'many'), the Latin root 'amor' (meaning 'love'), and the agent suffix '-ist'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Polyamorist. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/polyamorist
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