Misanthropic Meaning in English
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Definition
Having or showing a dislike or hatred of people or humankind; disliking social interaction and mistrusting others.
Usage & Nuances
Formal and somewhat literary or psychological. Often used to describe a person’s attitude or outlook, but not common in everyday conversation. Related words: 'misanthrope' (noun), 'misanthropy' (noun). Not the same as 'antisocial', which refers more to behavior.
Example Sentences
He has a misanthropic attitude and avoids social events.
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Her novels often feature misanthropic characters.
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A misanthropic person may struggle to make friends.
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Sometimes his misanthropic tendencies make team projects really tough.
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That film’s main character is so misanthropic he barely speaks to anyone.
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Don’t mistake being private for being misanthropic — some people just need alone time.
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