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What is WTFromantic?

Published in Aromantic Spectrum 1 min read

WTFromantic refers to a specific experience on the aromantic spectrum. It describes someone who identifies as aromantic but experiences romantic attraction in a way that deviates from traditional romantic experiences, making them hesitant to fully identify as aromantic or grey-aromantic.

According to the definition found online, WTFromantic is a "very loose definition". It applies to someone who:

  • Is on the aromantic spectrum.
  • Does not experience romanticism in the traditional manner.
  • Cannot fully say they are aromantic or grey-aromantic (Reference: WTFromantic. At first I thought it was a joke, but apparently it's not. Definition: Wtfromantic is a very loose definition. A wtfromantic will typically be someone on the aromantic spectrum, who does not experience romanticism in the traditional manner, but who cannot fully say they are aromantic or grey-aromantic.09-Jun-2012).

In essence, it's a label for those whose romantic experiences are atypical, making standard aromantic or grey-aromantic labels feel insufficient.