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misanthropism

[/mɪˈsænθrəpɪzəm/]
nounmasculinepl: misanthropisms
misantropismo
1. A general hatred, dislike, or distrust of humankind; the belief that people are inherently selfish or evil
His misanthropism grew after years of disappointment with society.
Seu misantropismo cresceu após anos de decepção com a sociedade.
2. The practice or tendency to avoid human society and social interaction
The philosopher's misanthropism led him to retreat from public life.
O misantropismo do filósofo o levou a se afastar da vida pública.
Synonyms
misanthropyhatred of mankindcynicismantisocial tendencyaversion to humanity
Antonyms
philanthropyhumanitarianismaltruismlove of mankindbenevolence

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
misantropismo
Standard usage in formal and academic contexts
São Paulo
misantropismo
Used in formal Portuguese; less common in casual speech
Portugal
misantropismo
Standard European Portuguese term

Related Idioms & Phrases

a hatred of the human race
withdrawn from society
distrustful of people
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