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

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 notes

In plain EnglishDescribes language, behavior, or attitudes that are prejudiced against gay people.

Common pairings

homophobic slur homophobic abuse homophobic bullying

Word forms

more homophobic comparative, homophobics plural, most homophobic superlative

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Etymology

From homo- ("same") + -phobic ("fearing/hating"), the adjective form of homophobia.

Rhymes for homophobic

aerobic anaerobic xenophobic claustrophobic

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Frequently asked questions

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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