misogynous

Meanings

• adjective

  A person who dislikes, despises, or is strongly prejudiced against women.

  - "He is a misogynous man who hates women."
  - "Misogynous behavior is unacceptable in today's society."

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Rhymes

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misalliances , misconceptions , misadventures

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Variants

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misogynic , misogynous

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Forms

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misogynist (noun), misogynistic (adjective)

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Etymology

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From the Greek words 'misos' (hatred) and 'gyne' (woman).

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Trivia

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1. Misogyny is not limited to men; women can also exhibit misogynistic behavior.

2. Misogyny is not the same as sexism, as sexism can also affect men negatively.

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Related Concepts

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1. Sexism: A system of discrimination based on sex, often favoring men over women.

2. Misandry: The hatred or prejudice against men.

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Culture

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Misogyny is a deep-rooted social issue that has been prevalent throughout history, particularly in patriarchal societies. It manifests in various forms, such as gender-based violence, discrimination, and objectification of women. Misogyny has been explored in literature, art, and music, often highlighting the negative consequences of such attitudes.

How to Memorize "misogynous"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person expressing hatred or disdain towards women.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with negative feelings towards women.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember: 'Mis' means hatred, and 'gynous' means related to women.

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