misogynistic
adj. C1 Advanced UK //mɪsˌɒdʒɪnˈɪstɪk// misog·y·nis·tic
adj. having very strong and unfair beliefs that women are worse than men. It describes people or things that treat women with great disrespect or hatred.
adj. characterised by a deep-seated prejudice or hatred against women. Often used to describe systemic attitudes, cultural products, or specific speech patterns.
The movie was criticized for its misogynistic portrayal of female characters.
The politician faced backlash after making several misogynistic comments during a debate on gender equality.
Scholars argue that the novel's misogynistic themes reflect the patriarchal values of its time, though modern readers often find the treatment of female characters deeply offensive.
From misogynist + -ic.