Definition

A person who dislikes or has a strong aversion to marriage.

Example

He is known as a misogamist because he believes that marriage complicates life.

Conversation

Did you hear about Sam's views on marriage?

Yeah, he sounds like a total misogamist sometimes.

It's surprising, especially since he used to be so romantic.

I know! It makes you wonder what changed his mind.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Misogamist is formed from "miso-" (from Greek "misos", meaning hatred) and "gamos" (from Greek "gamos", meaning marriage). The word refers to someone who has a hatred or aversion to marriage.

Memory Tip

Think of 'hatred' ('miso-') towards 'marriage' ('gamos') — that's why a misogamist is someone who dislikes marriage.

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