Supermonogamy
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Definition
The ideal that a person should or will have only one sexual or romantic partner throughout their lifetime.
Quick Facts
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What supermonogamy means
Supermonogamy describes a strict lifelong ideal of monogamy: one person having one sexual or romantic partner for life. The idea is associated with the vision of a unique, permanent bond between two individuals.
Supermonogamy in relationship ideals
The notion of soulmates can reinforce the idea of supermonogamy by presenting one lifelong partner as an ideal.