Being a divorcee may carry a social stigma in some cultures, affecting how people perceive them. In her community, the rather conservative members looked upon her as a divorcee with disapproval.
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Gender Specificity
Divorcee can refer to either a man or a woman, but sometimes people incorrectly use it only for women. Both John and Jane are divorcees, adjusting to their new lives separately.
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Not Widowed
Don't confuse 'divorcee' with 'widow' or 'widower'; divorcees have ex-spouses who are still alive. She's not a widow; her ex-husband is still around, making her a divorcee.