Antiorgastic

/ˌæntiɔːrˈɡæstɪk/ adjective

Definition

Opposed to or preventing orgasmic response; relating to substances or conditions that inhibit sexual pleasure or climax.

Etymology

From anti- + orgastic (relating to orgasm, from Greek orgasmos). This medical/pharmacological term emerged in the 20th century with discussion of drug side effects and sexual dysfunction.

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Some antidepressants famously have 'antiorgastic' side effects—helping people's mood while paradoxically making sexual pleasure harder—which is why finding the right medication involves complicated conversations doctors sometimes still feel awkward having.

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