ergatogyny

/ˌɛrɡəˈtɒɡəni/

Definitions

1. noun

A social structure where males are the dominant sex and females are subordinated, typically characterized by unequal distribution of resources and opportunities.

“The anthropologist studied ergatogyny in a primate community where males held a higher social status than females.”

Synonyms

  • patriarchy
  • sexism

Antonyms

  • egalitarianism
  • matriarchy