polyamorous

American  

[pol-ee-am-er-uhs] / ˌpɒl iˈæm ər əs /

adjective

1. noting or relating to polyamory, the practice or condition of participating simultaneously in more than one serious romantic or sexual relationship with the knowledge and consent of all partners.

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Etymology

Origin of polyamorous

First recorded in 1990–95; poly- ( def. ) + amorous ( def. )

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How does polyamorous compare to similar and commonly confused words? Explore the most common comparisons:

• polyamorous vs. polygamous
• polyamorous vs. monogamous

Example Sentences

Mr Yasharahyalah told the court the couple intended to have a polyamorous relationship, to create a "community of families".

From BBC • Nov. 7, 2024

There’s a reason polyamorous relationships seem like a luxury for the well-to-do.

From Slate • May 5, 2024

It’s neither a full-on curmudgeonly condemnation of Gen Z stereotypes — avoidant, anxious, narcissistic, polyamorous — nor an enlightening investigation of them.

From New York Times • Jan. 26, 2024

Wonder Woman used to extol feminism decades before its time, and it was co-created by polyamorous author William Moulton Marston.

From Salon • Nov. 27, 2023

Schneider’s polyamorous first marriage ended with Kelly leaving her for someone she was dating outside of marriage.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 30, 2023