Allophobic
allophobic al-uh-FOH-bik
adjective
Characterized by fear, dislike, or hatred of people who are perceived as different from oneself.
Marked by intolerance or hostility toward “others” in general, regardless of race, culture, belief, or identity.
allophobe AL-uh-fohb
noun
A person who exhibits allophobic attitudes or behaviors.
allophobia al-uh-FOH-bee-uh
noun
The condition, practice, or ideology of being allophobic.
Etymology:
From Greek allos “other” + -phobia “fear.” The accidental overlap with English all underscores the sense of hostility toward all who are different.
adjective
Characterized by fear, dislike, or hatred of people who are perceived as different from oneself.
Marked by intolerance or hostility toward “others” in general, regardless of race, culture, belief, or identity.
allophobe AL-uh-fohb
noun
A person who exhibits allophobic attitudes or behaviors.
allophobia al-uh-FOH-bee-uh
noun
The condition, practice, or ideology of being allophobic.
Etymology:
From Greek allos “other” + -phobia “fear.” The accidental overlap with English all underscores the sense of hostility toward all who are different.
The policy was criticized as deeply allophobic, marginalizing anyone outside the dominant group.
An allophobe tends to see diversity as a threat rather than a strength.
An allophobe tends to see diversity as a threat rather than a strength.
Allophobic by MagmafishX September 28, 2025
