Sodomite: meaning, definitions and examples

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sodomite

 

[ หˆsษ’dษ™maษชt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

historical context

The term 'sodomite' historically referred to a person who engages in sexual acts considered unnatural by certain cultural and religious standards, particularly anal intercourse. It is derived from the biblical story of Sodom, a city condemned for its inhabitants' immoral behaviors. Additionally, the term has been used as a derogatory label for homosexual males in some societies. Over time, its usage has evolved, becoming less common and more controversial due to its negative connotations. Today, the term is often viewed as archaic or offensive.

Synonyms

homosexual, pervert

Examples of usage

  • The ancient texts describe the fate of the city of Sodom and its sodomites.
  • Historically, sodomites were often persecuted in various cultures.
  • In literature, sodomy is frequently associated with sin and punishment.

Translations

Translations of the word "sodomite" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น sodomita

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅ‹เคกเฅ‹เคฎเคพเค‡เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Sodomit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sodomit

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะพะดะพะผั–ั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sodomita

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฝใƒ‰ใƒŸใƒผใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sodomite

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sodomita

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sodomit

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์†Œ๋”์ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณุฏูˆู…ูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sodomita

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sodomita

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ดขๅคš็Ž›ไบบ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ sodomit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sรณdรณma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะพะดะพะผะธั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒ“แƒแƒ›แƒ˜แƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sodomit

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sodomita

Etymology

The term 'sodomite' originates from the biblical accounts of the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah, specifically in the Book of Genesis. These cities were described as wicked, and their inhabitants faced divine punishment due to their sinful behaviors, which included acts that the authors of the text deemed unnatural. Over centuries, the term has shifted in meaning and usage, often reflecting the prevailing societal attitudes towards sexual morality and homosexuality. By the Middle Ages, the word had been adopted in legal codes and used by various religious institutions to categorize and condemn same-sex relationships. However, the negative implications associated with the term have led to its diminished usage in contemporary discourse, where it is often viewed as a pejorative or an expression of intolerance. Modern society increasingly embraces a more inclusive perspective on sexual orientation, leading to a rejection of terminology that bears heavy historical judgment.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,903, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.