adj
Uncommon
homophobic
HOH-muh-foh-bihk
Homophobic (adj) means showing prejudice or hostility toward gay people. Example: “The team was fined after fans chanted homophobic abuse at the match.”
adj
1
Showing prejudice or hostility toward gay people.
"The team was fined after fans chanted homophobic abuse at the match."
"She called out the joke as homophobic in front of the whole office."
How to use homophobic
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes language, behavior, or attitudes that are prejudiced against gay people.
Common pairings
homophobic slur
homophobic abuse
homophobic bullying
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Word forms
- Plural
- homophobics
- Comparative
- more homophobic
- Superlative
- most homophobic
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Etymology
From homo- ("same") + -phobic ("fearing/hating"), the adjective form of homophobia.
Rhymes for homophobic
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What does “homophobic” mean?
The word “homophobic” means showing prejudice or hostility toward gay people. In plain terms, describes language, behavior, or attitudes that are prejudiced against gay people.
How do you pronounce “homophobic”?
“Homophobic” is pronounced HOH-muh-foh-bihk (/ˈhoʊ.məˌfoʊ.bɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “homophobic” in a sentence?
Here is “homophobic” used in a sentence: “The team was fined after fans chanted homophobic abuse at the match.”
What part of speech is “homophobic”?
“Homophobic” is an adjective.
Is “homophobic” a common word?
“Homophobic” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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