misanthropy

• Substantif désignant une aversion générale, une hostilité ou une méfiance envers l'humanité et la société humaine.

A noun referring to a general hatred, dislike, or distrust of humankind and human society.

indénombrable

1. Hatred of mankindC1formal

   A general dislike, distrust, or hatred of the human species or human nature.

   Misanthropie

   • His misanthropy grew after years of disappointment with people.
   • The character's misanthropy made him avoid all social gatherings.
   • She wrote a novel exploring the roots of misanthropy in modern society.

   Synonymescynicism

   Antonymesphilanthropy

2. Distrustful dispositionC1formal

   A tendency to dislike and mistrust other people, often leading to social isolation.

   Misanthropie

   • His misanthropy prevented him from forming close relationships.
   • The philosopher's writings were marked by a deep misanthropy.
   • Her misanthropy was a defense mechanism against past betrayals.

   Synonymescynicismdistrustpessimismsuspiciousness

   Antonymesaltruismphilanthropy