Synonyms for

Xenophobic

Verb / ˌzenʌˈfɑ:bɪk / Another word for xenophobic — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having or showing a dislike or fear of people from other countries

Synonyms & similar words

racist bigoted intolerant nativist jingoistic chauvinistic nationalistic ethnocentric prejudiced biased discriminatory anti-immigrant anti-foreigner anti-outsider anti-alien anti-emigrant anti-migrant anti-refugee anti-transplant anti-non-native

Example sentences

  1. The politician's speech was filled with xenophobic remarks.
  2. She refused to hire anyone who wasn't from her own country, showing her xenophobic tendencies.
  3. Xenophobic attitudes can lead to discrimination and hate crimes.
  4. His xenophobic behavior towards his neighbors was unacceptable.
  5. Xenophobic views have been on the rise in recent years.

Quotes

  • 'Xenophobia is a deep-seated fear of the unknown, and it's fueled by a lack of understanding.' - Anwar Sadat
  • 'Xenophobia is a disease, a national disease, which needs to be treated urgently.' - Thabo Mbeki
  • 'Xenophobia is a kind of racism in which the victim is attacked because of their real or perceived national origin.' - John L. Esposito

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