Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
misology
noun
/ˌmɪzəˈlɒdʒi/
Definition
Misology is the hatred or distrust of reasoning or logical discourse.
Examples
- Her misology made it difficult for her to engage in constructive debates.
- He avoided philosophical discussions due to his growing misology.
- Years of frustrating arguments led to a deep-rooted misology in the community.
Meaning
It refers to a negative attitude towards argumentation and rational discussions, often stemming from previous negative experiences related to reasoning.
Synonyms
- antipathy towards reasoning
- distrust of logic
- aversion to debate
