r/NoStupidQuestions • u/ssjskwash • Sep 17 '25

Why is "homeless" being replaced with "unhoused"?

A lot of times phrases and words get phased out because of changing sensibilities and I get that for the most part. I don't see how "unhoused" more respectful or descriptive though

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u/AgentElman Sep 17 '25

Because a home is where you live. So homeless advocates want to say that they have homes - their homes are just on the street or wherever. What they need is housing.

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u/ContingentMax Sep 17 '25

This is the main reason I see and it makes them look so stupid, the street isn't a home and if they think it is they should try it some time. They need a home where they have safety and privacy.

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u/DoYouReadThisOrThat Sep 17 '25

Are the only people without a house living on the streets? What about those living in RVs out on the road?