GRE Word List

MISANTHROPE

a person who hates or distrusts humankind

The meaning of the word misanthrope is a person who hates or distrusts humankind.

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WordMeaning
discreditto refuse to accept as true or accurate : disbelieve
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militateto have weight or effect
plaitpleat
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