Derogatory names for gay people

In a conversation about homophobic slurs, someone might say, “Using derogatory terms like ‘faggot’ contributes to a hostile environment.” An LGBTQ+ activist might argue, “We must educate people about the harm caused by slurs like ‘faggot’ and work towards acceptance and understanding.”.

This section contains many abhorrent and harmful terms, as well as reclaimed slurs and community slang. For historical (preth Century) terms, see LGBTQIA+ Communities and History.