Amorism

/ˈæmərɪzəm/ noun

Definition

A philosophical or cultural position that rejects love, romance, or sexual desire as important values in human life.

Etymology

From Latin 'amor' (love) with the prefix 'a-' (meaning without or against) plus '-ism' denoting a doctrine. A counterpart to amorality but focused specifically on love.

Kelly Says

Amorism is even rarer than amoralism in actual philosophy—you'll find more people rejecting traditional sexuality than rejecting love itself, since humans are wired for attachment!

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