Sexualized Insult: Sexual Shaming, Stigma, and Derogatory Language
A sexualized insult uses sexuality, sexual reputation, bodies, gender, or sexual orientation to shame, demean, ridicule, or socially devalue someone.
Reclaimed Slur: Language, Identity, Stigma, and Reappropriation
A reclaimed slur is a formerly derogatory term that some members of the targeted group reuse as a positive, neutral, humorous, political, or identity-affirming expression.
Stigmatizing Language: Words That Reinforce Sexual and Gender Stigma
Stigmatizing language uses words or framing that create shame, blame, prejudice, or social exclusion around sexuality, gender, health, behavior, or identity.
Dysphemism: Harsh, Offensive, and Derogatory Language
Dysphemism is a deliberately harsh or insulting expression used instead of a neutral term and can reinforce sexual stigma, gender stereotypes, or derogatory social judgment.