Definitions by Lionidas
Orthoxenomisia
Greek ortho (correct, right) + xeno (stranger) + phobia (fear). Reads as "correct fear of the stranger."
The Rational hatred or fear and hatred of the other.
How to tell them apart:
• Xenophobia: fear based on who someone is (origin, group)
• Orthoxenophobia: fear based on evidence about what someone does or the situation they present.
The Rational hatred or fear and hatred of the other.
How to tell them apart:
• Xenophobia: fear based on who someone is (origin, group)
• Orthoxenophobia: fear based on evidence about what someone does or the situation they present.
Ukrainians' orthoxenomisia toward the Russian military and its active supporters is grounded in documented conduct, not in nationality.
Orthoxenomisia by Lionidas October 7, 2026
