Monogamist Meaning in English

word

US

məˈnɑɡəmɪst

muh-NAH-guh-mist

UK

mənˈɒɡɐmˌɪst

muh-NOG-uh-mist

Definition

A monogamist is someone who only has one romantic or sexual partner at a time, or who prefers being in a relationship with just one person.

Usage & Nuances

Mostly used in formal or academic contexts when discussing types of relationships. 'Monogamist' sometimes contrasts with 'polygamist.' It's not common in everyday conversation; 'monogamous person' is more widely used.

• Spanish: monógamo
• Portuguese (BR): monogamista
• Portuguese (PT): monogamista
• Chinese (Simplified): 一夫一妻制者
• Chinese (Traditional): 一夫一妻制者
• Hindi: एकपत्नीवाद मानने वाला
• Arabic: أحادي الزواج
• Bengali: একগামী ব্যক্তি
• Russian: моногамист
• Japanese: 一夫一婦主義者
• Vietnamese: người theo chủ nghĩa một vợ một chồng
• Korean: 일부일처주의자
• Turkish: tek eşli kişi
• Urdu: یک ازدواج کا حامی
• Indonesian: penganut monogami

Example Sentences

A monogamist prefers to have only one partner.

basic

My friend is a monogamist and doesn't like dating multiple people.

basic

The opposite of a monogamist is a polygamist.

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She's a lifelong monogamist who believes in true love.

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Being a monogamist is just a personal choice for him.

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Most of my friends are monogamists, but some prefer open relationships.

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