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    misogyny
    /mɪˈsɒdʒɪni/

    noun

    • 1. dislike of, contempt for, or ingrained prejudice against women: "she felt she was struggling against thinly disguised misogyny"

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  2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › misogynyMisogyny Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of MISOGYNY is hatred of, aversion to, or prejudice against women; also : something (such as speech or behavior) that reflects and fosters misogyny. How to use misogyny in a sentence. The (Etymological) Roots of Misogyny

  3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishMISOGYNY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    MISOGYNY definition: 1. feelings of hating women, or the belief that men are much better than women 2. feelings of…. Learn more.

  4. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › MisogynyMisogyny - Wikipedia

    It is a form of sexism that can keep women at a lower social status than men, thus maintaining the social roles of patriarchy. Misogyny has been widely practised for thousands of years. It is reflected in art, literature, human societal structure, historical events, mythology, philosophy, and religion worldwide.

  5. www.britannica.com › topic › misogynyMisogyny | Meaning, Definition, Sexism, & Examples | Britannica

    Nov 11, 2024 · misogyny, hatred or prejudice against women, typically exhibited by men. It is generally accepted that misogyny is a consequence of patriarchy (male-dominated society), and the term may be applied to certain individuals as well as larger systems, societies, or cultures.

  6. www.verywellmind.com › what-is-misogyny-5076055What Is Misogyny? - Verywell Mind

    Sep 29, 2022 · Misogyny refers to contempt and prejudice against women. Learn more about how it's defined, why it happens, what it looks like, and the impact misogyny has on women.

  7. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryMISOGYNY | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

    MISOGYNY meaning: 1. feelings of hating women, or the belief that men are much better than women 2. feelings of…. Learn more.

  8. www.oed.com › dictionary › misogyny_nmisogyny, n. meanings, etymology and more - Oxford English ...

    There is one meaning in OED's entry for the noun misogyny. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definition, usage, and quotation evidence.

  9. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishmisogyny noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

    Definition of misogyny noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

  10. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › misogynyMisogyny - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms - Vocabulary.com

    Misogyny is prejudice — like bigotry or racism — that’s directed toward women. Misogyny takes many forms, from hiring a less-qualified male job candidate instead of a woman to excluding women from joining a club, just because of their gender.

  11. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishMISOGYNY definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    misogyny. (mɪsɒdʒɪni ) uncountable noun. Misogyny is a strong dislike of women. This means looking straight at the many cultures that are still infused with misogyny. Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers.