americophobe
|a-mer-i-co-phobe|
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/əˈmɛrɪkoʊˌfoʊb/
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/əˈmɛrɪkəˌfəʊb/
aversion to America
Etymology
Etymology Information
'americophobe' originates from the combination of 'America' and the Greek root '-phobe,' where '-phobe' meant 'fear or aversion.'
Historical Evolution
'americophobe' was formed in modern English by combining 'America' with the Greek-derived suffix '-phobe.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'fear of America,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'aversion or hostility towards America or Americans.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who has an aversion or hostility towards America or Americans.
The politician was labeled an americophobe due to his critical remarks about U.S. policies.
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Last updated: 2025/07/13 11:21