Misanthrope
(noun)
A person who hates or distrusts humankind and avoids human society.
Origin:
From greek misanthropos, meaning hating or mistrusting humanity.
Examples:
- The misanthrope was known for his bitter and cynical view of humanity.
- The misanthrope lived in solitude, refusing to associate with anyone.
- The misanthrope's hatred of humanity was rooted in his disappointment with the cruelty and greed he had seen in the world.
- Despite his misanthropic views, the misanthrope was a gifted writer and his works expressed his thoughts on the human condition.
- The misanthrope's opinions were often controversial and he was often misunderstood, but he remained steadfast in his beliefs.