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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   One who has a negative view of the entire human race.

   "Alas, poor Dean! his only scope Was to be held a misanthrope."

2. 2
   someone who dislikes people in general wordnet
3. 3
   Someone who distrusts or avoids other people.

Synonyms

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misanthropistmisanthropistanchoretanchoriteanglophobebigot

Antonyms

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philanthrope

Example

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"The misanthrope enjoys his solitude."

Etymology

From Ancient Greek from μισέω (miséō, “I hate”) and ἄνθρωπος (ánthrōpos, “man; human”); compare miser.

Related phrases

human race

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