Platonic
What does "Platonic" mean?
non-sexual relationship
"Platonic" in a sentence
Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.
Strictly platonic.
— Desperate Housewives S1E20
So it's platonic.
— Euphoria S1E7
Nate and I are platonic.
— Gossip Girl S2E1
That was a platonic friend thing.
— How I Met Your Mother S7E17
So your arrangement with Wendy, it really was completely platonic?
— Parks and Recreation S2E11
You and John Watson, just platonic?
— Sherlock S2E3
It’s hard this whole platonic thing.
— Friends S3E13
...or "ex-boyfriend you're now platonic with..."
— The Big Bang Theory S3E7
"Platonic" in TV shows & movies
This word appears in 10 titles. Click to explore the full vocabulary list.
How to study "Platonic"
The best way to remember "platonic" is in context — hearing it used naturally in a show in Desperate Housewives, Euphoria, Gossip Girl (B2). SaveWordly lets you save words from real scenes, then practice with flashcards and speaking exercises.
Get started freeSave "Platonic" to your vocabulary list
Track words from your favourite shows. Flashcards, speaking practice, progress tracking — free forever.
Get started free