Homophobe
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhəʊ.məˌfəʊb/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Homophobe is a noun meaning One who is prejudiced against homosexual people, or LGBTQ people in general; one who exhibits homophobia.
Meaning
One who is prejudiced against homosexual people, or LGBTQ people in general; one who exhibits homophobia.
More Meanings
- A person who fears sameness.
- A person who fears men.
Example Sentences
That one can love another of the same gender, that is what the homophobe really cannot stand.
If you're against gay marriage, just be honest, put a scarlet 'H' on your shirt, and say, "I am a homophobe!"
Narrators demonstrated resistance coping techniques through direct confrontation with aggressors, such as racists, sexists, homophobes, elitists, and misogynoirists.
To me, Ennis stands for the conservative side of America. He's the biggest homophobe in the whole movie — culturally and psychologically — but by the time he admits his feelings, it's too late.
Word Forms
- homophobes
Synonyms for homophobe
Depending on context, synonyms include anti-gay.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include homophobist, antihomosexual, gayphobe, homophobophobe, homophobic, anti-homophobe.
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