Meaning & use

Gynophobic

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Having an irrational fear or dislike of women.

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Critics accused the film's portrayal of female characters of reflecting gynophobic attitudes.

His gynophobic remarks in the interview sparked public backlash.

A note on using this word

Formed from Greek 'gyne' (woman) and 'phobos' (fear), it is the psychological counterpart of androphobia, the fear of men.

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