How to Pronounce Misanthropy

To pronounce "misanthropy", say MIS-anthr-opy — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

MIS-anthr-opy

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💡 Tip for remembering “misanthropy”

"misanthropy" has 3 syllables: mis-anthr-opy.

What does misanthropy mean?

noun

  1. Hatred or dislike of people or mankind.

Synonyms

Timonism

Antonyms

altruismphilanthropy

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Related words

misanthropemisanthropiamisanthropistmisanthropismmanhaterman-haterphobanthropydisanthropy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "misanthropy"?▾

"Misanthropy" has 3 syllables: mis · anthr · opy.

What does "misanthropy" mean?▾

Misanthropy: Hatred or dislike of people or mankind.

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