Aphysical



Aphysical, also known as nonphysical, is an identity defined by a complete lack of physical attraction. One who is aphysical would not experience any form of physical attraction, and would most likely be asexual, nonaesthetic, and/or asensual.

Aphysical individuals may still engage in activities traditionally defined by physical attraction, such as cuddling, sexual intercourse, or having physical relationships.

The opposite of aphysical is allophysical, where one experiences all forms of physical attraction. The emotional and tertiary attraction counterparts are aemotional and atertiary.

Spectrum
Someone who experiences little, fluctuating, or atypical physical attraction or someone who only experiences certain types of physical attraction would be considered on the aphyiscal spectrum (aphys spec).

Flags
The original flag was created by Tumblr user mourningmogaicrew on June 4, 2021. The stripes are red, dark pink, orange, yellow, light pink, and purple to represent the physical attraction flag. The bottom stripe is black for not experiencing this form of attraction. The updated flag was meant to be easier to see. The aphys-spec flag was based off the new aphysical flag.

History
The term was coined by Tumblr user mourningmogaicrew on June 4, 2021 to help a-spec individuals describe themselves. It was given updated flags and definitions on March 13, 2022 by the original coiner. Similar terms and experiences have been described by a-spec individuals in the past, especially on forums such as AVEN.