Contemporary uses and meanings of the word slut have this general effect on the sexual double standard.

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The word "slut" is often used to shame women for their sexual behavior, while men are not typically shamed for the same behavior. This double standard reinforces the idea that women are responsible for their own sexual victimization and that they should be punished for engaging in sexual activity.

Contemporary Uses and Meanings of the Word Slut Have This