heteronormative

(adjective)

Of or pertaining to the practices and institutions that legitimize and privilege heterosexuality, heterosexual relationships, and traditional gender roles as fundamental and "natural" within society.

(adjective)

Of or pertaining to the societal practices and institutions that legitimize and privilege heterosexuality, heterosexual relationships, and traditional gender roles as fundamental and natural.

Examples of heteronormative in the following topics:

Sexual Orientation
- The United States is a heteronormative society, meaning it supports heterosexuality as the norm.
Sexual Orientation
- The United States is a heteronormative society, meaning it supports heterosexuality as the norm.