Virginia Postrel

Loft living is the antithesis of suburban domesticity, if only because the open spaces don't easily accommodate family life. Lofts also offer residents the opportunity - and responsibility - to structure their own space to reflect what's important to them.

American Writer

Annette Bening

Most women would say they relate to 'Hedda Gabler' - there's a part of her in them. Ibsen was writing about a deep ambivalence that many women feel about domesticity. I think about myself and friends of mine - we have some of Hedda's qualities and traits.

American Actress

Jenna Fischer

I loved the domesticity of my life as a struggling actor. When I wasn't going to auditions, I could do things like cook dishes from scratch and take them to parties or be really thoughtful about birthdays and anniversaries.

Paul Theroux

I know there are writers who feel unhappy with domesticity and who even manufacture domestic turmoil in order to have something to write about. With me, though, the happier I feel, the better I write.

American Novelist

Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio

Domesticity has to mean nesting. Otherwise, six months go by, and you don't know where your underwear is.

Jenny Slate

I tend to be a bit of a workaholic, but I also can't function without some sort of domesticity as well.

Rachel Cusk

What compromises women - babies, domesticity, mediocrity - compromises writing even more.

Canadian Novelist

Tracy Kidder

The combination of domesticity and wildness - that's a deep expression.

American Author

Boris Johnson

I lead a life of blameless domesticity and always have done.

British Politician

Adam Gopnik

Cooking is the showy side of domesticity.

Emphasizes roles typically associated with managing a household.

Home Responsibilities

May imply a move towards traditional roles or family settings.

Cultural Shifts

Historically linked with women, but modern usage is more inclusive.

Gender Associations

References the process where animals become accustomed to living with humans.

Human-Animal Relationship

Indicates an animal has adapted, but may retain wild traits.

Non-Total Transformation

Use in biology or anthropology when discussing taming or breeding.

Selective Use

Often highlights the joy or contentment found in a domestic life.

Positive Connotation

Can be an idealized or romanticized view of home life in literature.

Idealized View

Suggests a potential preference for home life over a career or public life.