misanthrope
/'mizənθroup/
Definition
- Noun:
- A person who dislikes, distrusts, or avoids human society: A misanthrope is someone who holds a general dislike, contempt, or distrust for humankind and often prefers solitude.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The old man was a notorious misanthrope who lived alone in the woods.
- Her cynical views on charity made some people think she was a misanthrope.
Advanced Usage
- Literary and Philosophical Context: The term is often used in literature and philosophy to describe a character or thinker who critiques human nature and societal flaws.
- The philosopher's writings were so critical of human motives that he was labeled a misanthrope.
Variants and Related Words
- Misanthropic (adj): Characterized by or displaying a dislike of humankind.
- He had a misanthropic outlook on life.
- Misanthropy (n): The general hatred, dislike, or distrust of humankind.
- His misanthropy grew after he was betrayed by his closest friends.
Synonyms
- People-hater: (Informal) A person who dislikes people.
- Cynic: A person who believes that people are motivated purely by self-interest.
Idioms and Related Phrases
- To be a recluse: While not a direct synonym, this phrase describes similar behavior of withdrawing from society, which is common for a misanthrope.
- After his retirement, he became a recluse, much like a misanthrope.
Noun
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someone who dislikes people in general
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