misanthrope

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misanthrope

(noun)

Meaning

a person who dislikes humanity

Example

"Despite his wealth, the misanthrope chose to live in isolation, avoiding human contact."

Synonyms

cynicreclusepessimist

Antonyms

optimisthumanitarianphilanthropist

More about this word

Word origin
From Greek 'misanthropos', meaning hating mankind.

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