Misogamy (Noun)
Meaning
Hatred of marriage.
Classification
Nouns denoting feelings and emotions.
Examples
- The feminist critic argued that the novel's portrayal of marriage was marked by a strong sense of misogamy, suggesting a deep distrust of the institution.
- His upbringing in a dysfunctional family fostered a sense of misogamy in him, making him wary of ever settling down.
- The philosopher's writings often expressed a profound misogynomy and misogamy, viewing both women and marriage as oppressive forces.
- After a string of failed relationships, she began to develop a growing sense of misogamy, wondering if the institution was truly worth it.
- His friends and family were shocked by his sudden announcement that he was abandoning his wedding plans, citing his deep-seated misogamy as the reason.