The word "unsexual" refers to the lack of sexual activity or the absence of sexual characteristics. Some alternative terms that convey similar meanings include asexual, non-sexual, celibate, chaste, and abstinent. Asexual describes individuals who do not experience sexual attraction, while non-sexual refers to situations or activities that do not involve sex. Celibate and chaste both describe a deliberate choice to abstain from sexual activity, usually for religious or moral reasons. Abstinent refers to a temporary avoidance of sexual activity, often as a conscious decision or as a result of external factors like illness or pregnancy.