misandry

/ˈmɪsændri/; /mɪˈsændri/

Definitions

1. noun

A strong dislike of men; prejudice against men.

“The feminist movement has been accused of promoting misandry, but many argue that it is a necessary corrective to centuries of patriarchal dominance.”

2. noun

Prejudice or hatred against men, especially as manifested in the feminist movement.

“The article sparked a heated debate about the prevalence of misandry in modern society and its impact on relationships between men and women.”

Synonyms

  • anti-male bias
  • sexism

Antonyms

  • egalitarianism
  • matriarchy