misogynist
a person who has a strong prejudice against or contempt for women
Word origin: From Greek misein, to hate, and gyne, woman.
Misogynist in a sentence
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The author was accused of being a misogynist after his novel depicted every female character as foolish.
Scholars debate whether the playwright was himself a misogynist or merely staging the prejudices of his era.
Using “misogynist” well
A misogynist holds prejudice or contempt specifically toward women. Do not confuse it with misanthrope, whose dislike extends to all of humanity.
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