incel /ˈɪn(ˌ)sɛl/noun 2adjective 1forms 1 noun2 •Someone (especially a man) who desires a sexual relationship but considers themselves unable to attract a partner; (often specifically), a member of an online subculture of people who identify in this way, often adopting resentful or misogynistic attitudes towards women as a result.Though, involuntary celibates (or incels) shouldn't try to rationalize a dateless season or pass off sexual awkwardness as virtue; […] — 2004 •(informal, rare) "Involuntary celibacy": the state of being not sexually active despite wishing to be. adjective1 •Not having sexual relations despite wishing to.People who are 'incel' are often suspected as being gay. It's annoying. — 2001 formsincels