misogyny
1 antonyms and opposites of misogyny, grouped by meaning.
Noun — Hatred of, contempt for, or entrenched prejudice against women.
Antonyms
How to use misogyny
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Etymology
From Greek "misos" (hatred) plus "gynē" (woman).
Full origin of misogyny →Frequently asked questions
What does misogyny mean?
Hatred of or contempt for women — ranging from open hostility to entrenched assumptions that treat women as lesser, less capable or less credible.
What is the difference between misogyny and sexism?
Sexism is discrimination or prejudice on the basis of sex, and can be casual or structural. Misogyny is the sharper term, carrying hostility or contempt specifically towards women. All misogyny is sexist; not all sexism is misogynistic.
What is the opposite of misogyny?
Misandry, meaning hatred of men. The two are not equivalent in scale or social effect, but they are the direct lexical opposites.