Anglophobia

/ˌæŋɡləʊˈfəʊbiə/

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Negative Emotion

Anglophobia carries a strong negative and hostile feeling towards English-related subjects. Slide

The debate was tainted by a speaker's anglophobia, making it hard to stay objective.

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Cultural Sensitivity

Be aware that using 'anglophobia' might offend some people, as it relates to deep cultural biases. Slide

Her anglophobia surfaced in her refusal to study English literature.

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Not Just Fear

Anglophobia is more than fear; it includes strong dislike or hatred, which can be irrational. Slide

His anglophobia was evident when he criticized all British customs unfairly.

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