homophobia
noun
ho·mo·pho·bia
ˌhō-mə-ˈfō-bē-ə 
: discrimination against, aversion to, or fear of homosexuality or gay people compare transphobia
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Leaving behind a childhood marked by abuse, neglect, and homophobia, Shane set out for New York City.
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John J. Lennon, Rolling Stone, 23 Sep. 2025
Dawson's Creek was also known for covering heavy issues like mental health, death and homophobia among typical teenage fare like prom dates, new friends and first love.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 23 Sep. 2025
The next piece is tackling homophobia dead on, but through the lens of a haunted house in Ireland.
—William Earl, Variety, 21 Sep. 2025
Over seven seasons the show covers topics like menopause, elder care, homophobia, estrangement, discrimination, and more.
—Beth Nguyen, Time, 13 Sep. 2025
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John J. Lennon, Rolling Stone, 23 Sep. 2025
Dawson's Creek was also known for covering heavy issues like mental health, death and homophobia among typical teenage fare like prom dates, new friends and first love.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 23 Sep. 2025
The next piece is tackling homophobia dead on, but through the lens of a haunted house in Ireland.
—William Earl, Variety, 21 Sep. 2025
Over seven seasons the show covers topics like menopause, elder care, homophobia, estrangement, discrimination, and more.
—Beth Nguyen, Time, 13 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for homophobia
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“Homophobia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/homophobia. Accessed 3 Oct. 2025.
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homophobia
noun
ho·mo·pho·bia
ˌhō-mə-ˈfō-bē-ə
: irrational fear or dislike of or prejudice against homosexuality or gay people
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