noun
heterophobia
Heterophobia (noun) means a strong dislike or fear of people or things that are different.
noun
1
A strong dislike or fear of people or things that are different.
2
A dislike or fear of heterosexual people or heterosexuality.
3
A strong fear or dislike of people of the other sex.
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Etymology
Formed from hetero- and -phobia.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for heterophobia
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What is the meaning of heterophobia?
"heterophobia" (noun) means a strong dislike or fear of people or things that are different.
What is another word for heterophobia?
Other words for "heterophobia" include heterophobism.
What are the different meanings of heterophobia?
"heterophobia" has 3 main meanings: 1. A strong dislike or fear of people or things that are different; 2. A dislike or fear of heterosexual people or heterosexuality; 3. A strong fear or dislike of people of the other sex.
