Misogynist

Noun

Definition: A person who strongly dislikes, disrespects, or holds prejudiced attitudes towards women or females.

Synonyms: Woman-hater, Male chauvinist, Sexist

Antonyms: Feminist, Women's rights advocate

Examples:

He frequently makes derogatory comments about women and clearly identifies as a misogynist.
The author's novels often portray misogynists as antagonists with negative traits.

Mnemonics:

"Miss Ogy, an antagonist, disliked all women and epitomized misogyny."
"Misogynist: Mis- (dislike) + -ogy (suffix denoting a field of study or knowledge)."

Etymology:

Origin:

The term "misogynist" originates from the Greek words "misein" (to hate) and "gyne" (woman).

Historical Usage:

The term has been used since antiquity to describe individuals who hold misogynistic beliefs or display behaviors that reflect hatred or prejudice towards women.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Misogynist pig"

Explanation:

This derogatory phrase is used to describe a person who not only demonstrates misogyny but is also deemed particularly offensive or crude in their behavior or attitudes towards women.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Misogynists are only men.

Explanation:

While traditionally associated with men, women can also hold or exhibit misogynistic beliefs. The term "misogynist" is gender-neutral, denoting anyone who harbors a strong dislike or prejudice towards women.