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misogyny

[mi-soj-uh-nee, mahy-] / mɪˈsɒdʒ ə ni, maɪ- /
NOUN
hatred of women
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STRONGEST
misandry philogyny


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Another Instagram commenter wrote, “I’m really looking forward to the explanation for this one — the ‘Mayor of Flavortown’ having a blast with the ‘Mayor of Misogyny Town.’

From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026

Misogyny and homophobia aren’t exactly good for business anymore — and thank goodness.

From New York Times • Dec. 27, 2022

Misogyny played a major role in that rumor mill: Florence Harding was a well-educated and affluent woman whom even Harding referred to as "boss" because of her ambition and work ethic.

From Salon • Sep. 17, 2022

It is also planned to introduce a Misogyny and Criminal Justice Bill later in the parliament.

From BBC • Sep. 6, 2022

As in the case of "sad Electra's poet," his own favorite, it is easy to grow angry about his "Misogyny" and take Christian exception to his preference for mistresses over wives.

From Visions and Revisions A Book of Literary Devotions by Powys, John Cowper



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