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misogyny


Meanings
  • noun

    Dislike of, contempt for, or prejudice against women.

    - "He expressed his misogynistic views publicly."
    - "Misogyny is a deep-rooted problem in our society."

Pronunciation




  1. Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=75833585"
  2. /mɪˈsɑdʒ.ɪ.ni/



    Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=4001164"

Antonyms

misandry , philogyny
Synonyms

misogynism
Variants
List of all variants of misogyny that leads to same result
misogynies , misogyny
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From misos (hating) and gyne (woman).


Trivia
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  1. Misogyny has been prevalent throughout history, with examples dating back to ancient civilizations.

  2. Some studies suggest that misogyny is linked to insecurities and fears related to masculinity.

  3. Misogyny is not limited to specific cultures or regions and is a global issue.


Related Concepts
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  1. Sexism: Sexism refers to discrimination or prejudice based on a person's sex or gender. Misogyny is a specific form of sexism targeting women.

  2. Misandry: Misandry refers to the dislike or hatred of men. Misogyny focuses on the discrimination against women.


Culture
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Misogyny is a pervasive issue in various aspects of society, including politics, media, and interpersonal relationships. It manifests as discrimination, prejudice, and violence against women. Misogyny has been addressed in literature, art, and music, often as a critique of societal norms and as a call for gender equality.

How to Memorize "misogyny"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a person expressing contempt towards women.
    - Visualize a society where women are treated unfairly due to their gender.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word with prejudice and discrimination against women.
    - Connect it to the historical and contemporary issues of gender inequality.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym MISOGYNY to remember Meaning: Dislike of women, Intent: To harm women, System: Societal acceptance, Origin: Historical roots, Gender: Women, Yield: Negative consequences.


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