Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hymie

noun
/ˈhaɪmi/
Definition
A derogatory slang term referring to a Jewish person.
Examples
  • Using terms like ‘hymie’ can perpetuate harmful stereotypes.
  • Many people aim to eliminate such derogatory terms from their vocabulary.
Meaning
It is often used in a pejorative context and can be considered highly offensive.
Synonyms
  • Jew
  • Hebrew