Is the term "trophy wife" a negative term?
Ladies - what's the story? I realize that, either way, I should probably not say it anymore as she feels it's negative, but in general, is the term a negative one?
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So I'm sure you mean to compliment your wife's youth and beauty by calling her a trophy wife, but if she doesn't want to play along with joke, drop it!
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I'd like to add there is an insinuation of disposability to the term as well, as in the moment her looks don't measure up, she'll be disposed of in favor of the next trophy. I think you're right to dispose of using the term. There are other ways of telling people you think she's the best and most beautiful woman around!
Donald Trump's antics, as an example (see above)
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It means you are married to her only for her looks and to impress other people and not because you are in love with her.
It is more a negative term for you than for your wife though as it means that you are shallow and don't have any real feelings for her where as she might still be the greatest woman in the world who is madly in love with you but you on the other hand only consider her to be a "trophy wife".
The general definition is: A wife, usually young and attractive, regarded as a status symbol for the husband, usually older and affluent
"“Powerful men are beginning to demand trophy wives. ... The more money men make, the argument goes, the more self-assured they become, and the easier it is for them to think: I deserve a queen.”
en.wiktionary.org/wiki/trophy_wife
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Now from another womans prespective,I do not feel it is an insult at all.I feel that it is a form of compliment.You may feel that she is truly your trophy because of her beauty.I think it is great that you love her enough to feel that way about her.
The negative side would be if she was young,beautiful and very wealthy and you then called her your trophy wife.It would seem very negative due to the fact you got her and she is loaded.
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However, I was called that by my ex-husband's drunken friends. I was the type of wife who did not drink like a fish and they thought that I thought I was better then them, so they often joked with my ex that I was a trophy wife..
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M$There is the negative sexist side to this terminology, but I understand your side also.
Maybe you could call yourself a male cougar...?
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Very wise and sage advice - thanks very much indeed!
By the way - love how you wrote that - hilarious! I couldn't agree more!
I have to agree with this, but a "pet name" shouldn't be used if the person so named finds it offensive in any way. My hubby has called me his trophy wife, but heck, I'm old! I knew it was a joke.
While it's a good idea to only use terms of affection your wife appreciates (otherwise they're likely wasted), it is hardly a negative reference when used in obviously out of context ways.
If you were a rich, insensitive man and it was obvious (in appearance) that she was just marrying you for your money then yes, it's derogatory or sexist or whatever.
But with a cute couple who are obviously in love it's not only a term of affection but it's widely known to be a "pet name" and meant in good fun.
My wife calls herself my trophy wife and she loves being called that. She loves getting dressed up and hanging on my arm making me look good.
So it's not just how YOU mean it, it's how confident and self-assured the woman is too.
Your wife will ALWAYS be your trophy wife to you in your heart of hearts. If she doesn't get it, it's her loss. It's obvious how much you love her and proud you are to be seen with her and being with her but it's because you love her - not because you think of her as a material object.
Don't feel like you've done something wrong. Just appreciate her in your own way and one day she'll see the truth behind your words and not think less of herself for playing along.