Nymphomaniac (Noun)
Meaning
A woman with abnormal sexual desires.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The psychiatrist diagnosed her patient as a nymphomaniac after conducting several sessions to understand her unusual behavior.
- Her friends were concerned about her lifestyle, thinking she was a nymphomaniac due to her numerous relationships and encounters.
- The term nymphomaniac was often misused to describe any woman who expressed her sexuality openly, but in medical terms, it referred to a specific psychological condition.
- The main character in the novel was portrayed as a nymphomaniac, but some critics argued that this depiction was inaccurate and stereotypical.
- After seeking professional help, she realized that her condition as a nymphomaniac was not something to be ashamed of, but rather something that required treatment and understanding.