Synonyms for
Homophobic
Definition
having or showing a dislike or fear of homosexuals
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Informal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- homophobic attitudes
- homophobic remarks
- homophobic behavior
- homophobic policies
- homophobic violence
- homophobic slurs
- homophobic person
Word family
noun homophobia
adjective homophobic
Usage note
This term describes prejudice or discrimination against gay people. It is a strong and negative descriptor, often used in social and political contexts.
Example sentences
- He refused to attend the wedding because of his homophobic beliefs.
- The politician's homophobic views were criticized by the LGBTQ community.
- She was fired from her job for making homophobic remarks.
- I don't want to be friends with someone who is homophobic.
- The school district implemented policies to prevent homophobic bullying.
Quotes
Homophobia is like racism and anti-Semitism and other forms of bigotry in that it seeks to dehumanize a large group of people, to deny their humanity, their dignity and personhood. - Coretta Scott King
Homophobia is a social disease that affects all men and women. - Coretta Scott King
The only queer people are those who don't love anybody. - Rita Mae Brown
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