I called some people I’m seeing partners, but got scolded by a friend because I guess partner means a relationship that’s more “serious”. My friend suggested calling them lovers.

I’m emotionally involved with all my people and I care about them. I just get an ick from labels and relationship ladders (abusive family).

I’m looking for a word that’s unassuming, but clearly says “I’m not single” so I can easily be honest with monogamous people.

Any suggestions? Lover sounds a little too much like cheating.

  • Ryan
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    101 year ago

    Yeah, other people adding hierarchical connotations to what we call people we’re romantically involved with really rubs me the wrong way…so if some of what I say comes off as harsh, that’s why.

    Use what you & the people you’re in a relationship with decide on…period. You decide what meaning(s) that word carries, and you’re the ones that have to live with this decision.

    I’m sorry, but whoever scolds someone for choosing a certain word to call people they’re romantically involved with needs to back the f off.