sensual attraction
Carnal pull toward
Sensual attraction is a desire for physical intimacy that isn't necessarily sexual—wanting to touch, cuddle, or be physically close to someone without that contact leading to sex.
The term emerged from asexual communities to distinguish the pleasure of physical closeness from sexual desire: I feel sensual attraction to her but not sexual attraction.
- desireIntense wanting
- lustIntense carnal appetite
- chemistryStudy of substances' interactions
- magnetismForce between poles
- allureAttractive, tempting quality
come hither · seduction · bedroom eyes · longing · passion · arousal · body heat · temptation · craving · intimacy · touch · lingering touch · skin · skin hunger · heat · breathless · tension · slow burn
sensual attractionplatonic love
Emotional bond sans desire
spiritual connection · brotherly love · sisterly love · emotional bond · romantic friendship
sensual attractiondisgust
Intense physical aversion
revulsion · repugnance · turned off · asexuality · antipathy
sensual attractionindifference
Lack of interest
asexuality · apathy · coldness · frigidity · numbness
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