assexuada

assexuada is the feminine form of the Portuguese adjective assexuado and is used to describe a female who identifies as asexual. In Portuguese-language contexts, assexuada can function as an adjective or as a noun referring to a person with that identity. The closest English equivalent is "asexual."

Asexuality is a sexual orientation characterized by little or no sexual attraction. It exists on a spectrum, and people who identify as assexuada may still experience romantic attraction or form intimate relationships; some are aromantic. Within the broader asexual spectrum, terms such as demisexual or grey-asexual describe those who experience sexual attraction only under certain circumstances or less frequently.

Assexuada should not be confused with celibacy, which is a voluntary choice to abstain from sex. Asexuality is not a choice but an inherent aspect of a person's orientation, though individuals may decide how to express their sexuality.

Representation and research on assexuadas are limited, especially in Portuguese-speaking contexts. Awareness has grown within LGBTQ+ communities and in education and health discussions, but understanding and acceptance vary. Terminology can differ across communities, and people may use different labels to describe their experiences.

See also: Asexuality, Aromanticism, Demisexual, Grey-asexual, LGBT terminology.