misanthropical

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But the true evidence that beneath his misanthropical moods there was an enduring sentiment of humanity is afforded by the spirit in which he exercised his kingly functions.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 1 "Franciscans" to "French Language" by Various

In other mouths Rousseau's sentiment, more fully interpreted, became unequivocally misanthropical.

From Hours in a Library New Edition, with Additions. Vol. II (of 3) by Stephen, Leslie, Sir

I'll think about it; but you know I prefer solitude generally; misanthropical, I admit, but decidedly lucky for me, as my companions through life will always be my ink-stand, my terrier, and my papers.

From Cecil Castlemaine's Gage, Lady Marabout's Troubles, and Other Stories by Ouida

The churlish and misanthropical Squire became violently enslaved; unfortunately, however, the lady declined his addresses.

From Dorrien of Cranston by Mitford, Bertram

It was a joke—a vile, malicious joke, worthy of the crabbed, misanthropical old man!

From Only One Love, or Who Was the Heir by Garvice, Charles