paederasty

/ˌpɛdəˈræstri/

Definitions

1. noun

A form of sexual relationship in which an adult male has a romantic or sexual relationship with a male adolescent, especially in ancient Greece.

“The anthropologist studied paederasty in ancient Greek culture.”

Synonyms

  • pederasty
  • pedophilia

Antonyms

  • heterosexuality
  • normalcy