Terms to Avoid
List of slurs that generally refer to gay and feminine men All of these terms are offensive and should never be replicated unless a necessary part of a title or other identifier, in which case enclose in quotation marks to indicate this. Language plays a crucial role in shaping perceptions and attitudes. In LGBT campaigns, the words we choose can either build understanding and acceptance or perpetuate stigma and discrimination.
LGBTQIA+ Slurs and Slang
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31 Hurtful Words (Phrases kind people must avoid using)
Thankfully, we have moved past the painful period when nicknames for gay guys were insulting and demeaning nicknames. In the U.S and an increasing number of places, gay people are now free to marry each other legally. As a result, people now need good nicknames to call their gay friends, neighbors, and even siblings. Why do people think it's okay to say this? I'm an atheist anyways. Category
39 Offensive Things Straight People Have Legitimately Said To People In The LGBTQ Community " [He] said when we were ready to have kids, there was a cup in his fridge with our name on it.". And some questions, frankly, just plain suck. These folks would probably never say some of some of these things out loud, if only they knew how incredibly offensive, rude and inconsiderate those words are. 
21 words the queer community has and hasn't reclaimed
“Limp-wristed” is an offensive way to describe gay men, particularly feminine guys. It’s been reclaimed as a “f*ck you” to the gardening club and church mothers who called us “limp. The content of the Chew glossary can be distressing - there are many words documented here that are offensive. Please take care when using the glossary.
Don’t Say That! – Connecticut Voice
The following is a list of sexual slurs that are, or have been, commonly or notably used to refer to members of a given sexual minority, gender, sex, or sexual orientation in a derogatory or pejorative manner. This list is comprised of slurs that have named references. It is not uncommon for minority groups to adopt an originally disparaging term and use it of themselves, as an act of self. . Appendix
Fag This word is a highly offensive and derogatory term used to insult or demean gay men. It should never be used and is considered hate speech. . 39 Offensive Things People Have Said To LGBTQ People
Avoid anti transgender terms like “transgendered” or “transvestite,” which are outdated and offensive. Use “transgender people” or “a transgender person” instead. .