Misogynous
(adjective)
- Characterized by a hatred or dislike of women.
- Having a prejudice or bias against women.
Origin:
From the greek words "misos" meaning hatred and "gyne" meaning woman.
Examples:
- His misogynous views were well-known and many people avoided him.
- She refused to work with the misogynous director.
- The misogynous language used in the meeting made many of the women uncomfortable.
- The misogynous attitude towards women was evident in the way he talked about them.
- His misogynous beliefs led him to treat women unfairly.