monogamist
Americannoun
noun
Usage
What does monogamist mean? A monogamist is someone who practices or advocates for monogamy—the state or practice of being married to only one person at a time or being in a romantic or sexual relationship with only one person at a time.The phrase serial monogamist refers to a person who engages in what’s called serial monogamy—the practice of being married several times in succession, or, more popularly, going from one monogamous long-term relationship to another.Example: I don’t know how people have the energy or patience to date multiple people at once—it’s hard enough being a monogamist.
Other Word Forms
- monogamistic adjective
Etymology
Origin of monogamist
First recorded in 1645–50; monogam(y) + -ist
Example Sentences
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She was so terrified that she became a serial monogamist, seeking safety in partners she hoped would protect her.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2023
A self-professed serial monogamist, he lives alone, but his girlfriend lives next door, and is fully on board with his cause.
From New York Times • Nov. 23, 2022
Did you say he was or wasn’t a serial monogamist?
From The New Yorker • Aug. 23, 2019
I’m a serial monogamist and I’ve never explicitly called it quits with anyone.
From Slate • May 30, 2019
As to Jackson, the old fool was a monogamist, and still is.
From 54-40 or Fight by Hough, Emerson
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