homophobia
noun
ho·mo·pho·bia
ˌhō-mə-ˈfō-bē-ə 
: discrimination against, aversion to, or fear of homosexuality or gay people compare transphobia
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The vile memes, violence, anti-Semitism, homophobia and anti-trans hate that were so commonplace in the Proud Boys were all really just a big joke — trolling, Rehl said.
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Will Carless, USA TODAY, 10 Feb. 2025
The film offers a unique perspective on Haiti’s ongoing security challenges by drawing from its vexing reality: political and police corruption, foreign election interference, colorism, homophobia and the cynicism of those who are vying for political power.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2025
This bill prevents the government from denying a prospective adoptive or foster parent application on the basis of homophobia or transphobia.
—Trans Formations Project, Them, 17 Jan. 2025
Evie’s wife, Pippa, newer to the family, is more astounded than appalled by the ambient homophobia.
—Jesse Green, New York Times, 13 Dec. 2024
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Will Carless, USA TODAY, 10 Feb. 2025
The film offers a unique perspective on Haiti’s ongoing security challenges by drawing from its vexing reality: political and police corruption, foreign election interference, colorism, homophobia and the cynicism of those who are vying for political power.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2025
This bill prevents the government from denying a prospective adoptive or foster parent application on the basis of homophobia or transphobia.
—Trans Formations Project, Them, 17 Jan. 2025
Evie’s wife, Pippa, newer to the family, is more astounded than appalled by the ambient homophobia.
—Jesse Green, New York Times, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Homophobia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/homophobia. Accessed 26 Mar. 2025.
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homophobia
noun
ho·mo·pho·bia
ˌhō-mə-ˈfō-bē-ə
: irrational fear or dislike of or prejudice against homosexuality or gay people
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