woman hater

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Definition

Noun: A person, typically a man, who harbors a strong dislike, prejudice, or hatred toward women.

Usage

This is a compound noun used as a label for a person holding such views. It is a direct and often critical term. * He was known as a notorious woman hater, making offensive comments about female colleagues. * The character in the novel is portrayed as a bitter woman hater.

Advanced Usage
  • The term is often used in psychological or sociological discussions about misogyny.
  • It can be applied descriptively in literary or historical analysis of characters or figures.
Variants and Related Words
  • Misogynist (noun): A more formal synonym for a woman hater. This is the standard term used in academic and clinical contexts.
  • Misogyny (noun): The hatred of, contempt for, or prejudice against women.
  • Male chauvinist (noun): A person who believes men are superior to women. This implies a sense of superiority rather than pure hatred.
Synonyms
  • Misogynist
  • Anti-feminist (context-dependent)
  • Male supremacist (context-dependent)
Antonyms
  • Philogynist (a person who loves or admires women)
  • Feminist (a supporter of women's rights)
  • Egalitarian
Notes on Usage
  • "Woman hater" is a straightforward compound noun. The term "misogynist" is more commonly used in modern, formal English.
  • The concept is central to discussions of gender-based prejudice and discrimination.
Noun
  1. a misanthrope who dislikes women in particular

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