Skip to main content

Cynical vs Misanthropic vs Pessimistic vs Misogynie

Cynical, misanthropic, pessimistic, misogynie are comparable when meaning deeply and often contemptuously distrustful.

Cynical implies a sneering disbelief in sincerity and integrity.

Misanthropic implies a rooted dislike and distrust of one’s fellowmen and aversion to their society.

Pessimistic suggests a distrustful and gloomy view of things in general.

Misogynie implies a deep-seated aversion to, and a profound distrust of, women.