Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
misanthrope
noun
/ˈmɪs.ən.θroʊp/
Definition
A person who dislikes humankind and avoids human society.
Examples
- Ever since he became a misanthrope, he rarely attended social gatherings.
- The novel’s protagonist is a misanthrope who struggles to connect with the world around him.
Meaning
A misanthrope is someone who has a general disdain or distrust for people, often preferring solitude over social interactions.
Synonyms
- cynic
- recluse
- antisocial
- loner
- hermit
