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misanthropic

adjective/ˌmɪs.ənˈθrɑː.pɪk/

showing dislike or distrust of humankind

Synonyms

• cynical
• distrustful
• antisocial

Antonyms

• sociable
• philanthropic
• trusting

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Where it comes from

From Greek misos, 'hatred,' and anthropos, 'human being.'

Memory hook

MIS-ANTHROPIC joins MISO, 'hate,' with ANTHRO, 'human': hatred of humankind.

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