misanthropy
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mis·an·thro·py

noun \mi-ˈsan(t)-thrə-pē\

Definition of MISANTHROPY

: a hatred or distrust of humankind

First Known Use of MISANTHROPY

1625

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Rhymes with MISANTHROPY

mis·an·thro·py

noun \mis-ˈan(t)-thrə-pē\   (Medical Dictionary)
plural ; mis·an·thro·pies

Medical Definition of MISANTHROPY

: a hatred or distrust of humankind

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