heteronormative
adjective
het·ero·nor·ma·tive
ˌhē-tə-rō-ˈnȯr-mə-tiv 
: of, relating to, or based on the attitude that heterosexuality is the only normal and natural expression of sexuality
Examples of heteronormative in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
The follow-up, much like the video game sequel on which it’s based, moves away from the often patriarchal and heteronormative post-apocalyptic horror genre and invites the viewer to fully step into a young masculine lesbian’s perspective.
—
Peyton Dix, Them., 27 May 2025
Max decides to try something drastic: a heteronormative relationship.
—Isle McElroy, Vulture, 21 May 2025
That is, dating is still heteronormative and extremely gendered.
—Melanie Curry, refinery29.com, 11 Mar. 2025
Despite the growing representation of gay, male footballers, Clauss said challenges still lie with the heteronormative climate of the men’s game.
—Max Mathews, New York Times, 16 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for heteronormative
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Peyton Dix, Them., 27 May 2025
Max decides to try something drastic: a heteronormative relationship.
—Isle McElroy, Vulture, 21 May 2025
That is, dating is still heteronormative and extremely gendered.
—Melanie Curry, refinery29.com, 11 Mar. 2025
Despite the growing representation of gay, male footballers, Clauss said challenges still lie with the heteronormative climate of the men’s game.
—Max Mathews, New York Times, 16 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for heteronormative
Cite this Entry
“Heteronormative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/heteronormative. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share