homophylic

/hɒməˈfɪlɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having or characterized by a preference for the company of people of the same ethnic or national origin

“The immigrant community found comfort in their homophylic neighborhood, where everyone shared their cultural background.”

2. noun

A person who prefers the company of people of the same ethnic or national origin

“The social researcher studied the homophylic individuals in the urban area to understand their social dynamics.”

Synonyms

  • ethnocentric
  • tribal

Antonyms

  • cosmopolitan
  • inclusive