What is another word for confirmed bachelor?
Pronunciation: [kənfˈɜːmd bˈat͡ʃələ] (IPA) 
A confirmed bachelor is a term used to describe a man who is unmarried and seems unlikely to ever get married. Originally a term used to describe men who were suspected of being gay, the term has since evolved to include any man who chooses to remain unmarried. Synonyms for confirmed bachelor may include words such as singleton, perennial bachelor, bachelor for life, lifelong bachelor, and bachelor by choice. These words all convey the same idea, that of a man who has chosen to remain single and is content with his lifestyle. While the term may have traditionally carried negative connotations, it is now often seen as a personal choice and a valid lifestyle option.
