Xenophobe
Noun
Definition: A person who has a dislike of or prejudice against people from other countries.
Synonyms: Bigot, Racist, Chauvinist
Antonyms: Cosmopolitan, Tolerant, Open-minded
- John is a known xenophobe, always making derogatory comments about immigrants.
- Her xenophobic beliefs led her to isolate herself from people of different cultural backgrounds.
- Think "xeno-" means foreign and "phobe" means fear or dislike.
- Connecting the word to the concept of phobia towards foreigners.
Etymology:
The term "xenophobe" is derived from the Greek words "xenos" (foreign) and "phobos" (fear).
Historical Usage:The word has been used since the early 20th century to describe individuals who have a fear or hatred of foreigners or people from different countries.
Related Idioms:
"Xenophobic tendencies"
Explanation:Refers to the disposition or inclinations of a person to dislike or fear individuals from different countries or cultures.
Misconceptions:
Xenophobe refers only to someone with a fear of foreigners.
Explanation:While the term includes the element of fear, it also encompasses a dislike or prejudice against people from different countries, irrespective of whether it is rooted in fear or not.