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misogyny
[ mi-soj-uh-nee, mahy- ]
noun
- hatred, dislike, or mistrust of women, manifested in various forms such as physical intimidation and abuse, sexual harassment and rape, social shunning and ostracism, etc.: Historically witch hunts were an embodiment of the misogyny of the time.
the underlying misogyny in slut-shaming;
Historically witch hunts were an embodiment of the misogyny of the time.
- ingrained and institutionalized prejudice against women; sexism.
misogyny
/ mɪˈsɒdʒɪnɪ; maɪ- /
noun
- hatred of women
Confusables Note
Derived Forms
- ˈDzԾ, nounadjective
- ˌDzˈԾپ, adjective
Other 51Թ Forms
- ·Dzy·Ծ ·Dzy·Դdzܲ ·Dzy·Ծt adjective
- ·Dzy·Ծ noun
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of misogyny1
Example Sentences
"There was actually no need for me to bring her name into it, and it was my own internalised misogyny," Allen said on her BBC podcast Miss Me.
Social media influencers are fuelling an increase in misogyny and sexism in schools, according to a new poll by a teaching union.
Speaking to The Times, these women addressed the lingering misogyny and ageism in the stand-up comedy industry, but said comedy offered them an outlet for self-discovery at an age where women can become invisible.
Wood also shared a comment by an unnamed user describing the sketch as "sharp and funny" before taking "a screeching turn into 1970s misogyny".
Dr Hope says police match briefings increasingly consider the need for officers and football clubs to be aware of misogyny and violence towards women and girls.
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