gender-diverse

American  

[jen-der-di-vurs, -dahy-] / ˈdʒɛn dər dɪˈvɜrs, -daɪ- /

Also gender-variant

adjective

1. noting or relating to a person whose gender identity or gender expression does not conform to socially defined male or female gender norms.

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Other Word Forms

• gender diversity
  noun

Etymology

Origin of gender-diverse

First recorded in 1980–85; gender ¹ ( def. ) + diverse ( def. )

Example Sentences

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gender-diverse

For example, the trial groups were comprised of cisgender men and gender-diverse people at 88 sites in Peru, Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, South Africa, Thailand, and the U.S.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 27, 2024

Joan Erwin, CEO at Transhealth, which provides gender-affirming services to the trans and gender-diverse community in Massachusetts, said the center also saw a huge increase in call volume.

From Salon ● Nov. 15, 2024

According to Pickle, there are local arts grants of up to $6,500 specifically earmarked for trans and gender-diverse artists that most performers aren’t aware of.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 5, 2024

BY THE NUMBERS: Raimondo and Yellen are two of 13 women in President Joe Biden's 25-member cabinet, the most gender-diverse in U.S. history.

From Reuters ● Aug. 29, 2023

This annual event organized by Gender Justice League aims to uplift the trans and gender-diverse community.

From Seattle Times ● Jun. 22, 2023