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misanthropy

[/mɪˈsænθrəpi/]
nounfemininepl: misanthropies
misantropia
1. A hatred, dislike, or distrust of humankind; the belief that people are generally selfish and untrustworthy
His misanthropy grew stronger after years of betrayal by friends.
Sua misantropia aumentou após anos de traição por amigos.
2. A general aversion to human society and social interaction
The philosopher's misanthropy led him to retreat from civilization.
A misantropia do filósofo o levou a se afastar da civilização.
Synonyms
misanthropismhatred of mankindcynicismantisocialismwithdrawnness
Antonyms
philanthropyhumanitarianismaltruismbenevolencelove of mankind

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
misantropia
Standard usage in Brazil
São Paulo
misantropia
Common in educated discourse
Portugal
misantropia
Standard Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

bitter about humanity
loss of faith in people
turned one's back on society
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