negrophile

nɪˈɡroʊfaɪl

Definitions

1. noun

A person who expresses or feels excessive or extravagant fondness for black people, often in a way that is considered patronizing or racist.

“The writer’s use of stereotypes was criticized for being a product of a negrophile worldview.”

2. adjective

Characterized by or expressing a negrophile attitude or perspective.

“The negrophile tone of the novel was widely criticized by scholars and literary critics.”

Synonyms

  • negrophobe
  • racist

Antonyms

  • antiracist
  • egalitarian