anglophobe: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
LowFormal, sometimes academic or political.
Quick answer
What does “anglophobe” mean?
A person who has a strong dislike, fear, or prejudice against England, its people, or its culture.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
A person who has a strong dislike, fear, or prejudice against England, its people, or its culture.
A person who harbors animosity or opposition towards all things English or British, sometimes extending to broader British culture, political influence, or historical legacy.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
Used similarly in both varieties, but might be more commonly referenced in UK contexts regarding domestic or European political attitudes. In the US, it's more often used in international relations or historical discussion.
Connotations
Politically charged and pejorative. The label is often rejected by those to whom it is applied.
Frequency
Rare in everyday conversation; appears more in analytical writing, journalism, or political commentary.
Grammar
How to Use “anglophobe” in a Sentence
[Person/Group] is/was an anglophobe.[Person] is accused of being an anglophobe.The rhetoric of the [Publication/Party] is distinctly anglophobe.Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “anglophobe” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- (To anglophobe is not standard; the adjective/noun forms are used.)
American English
- (To anglophobe is not standard; the adjective/noun forms are used.)
adverb
British English
- (Not standard; 'anglophobically' is theoretically possible but virtually never used.)
American English
- (Not standard; 'anglophobically' is theoretically possible but virtually never used.)
adjective
British English
- He expressed anglophobe views during the debate.
- The article was criticised for its anglophobe tone.
American English
- The pamphlet's content was clearly anglophobe.
- She was accused of making anglophobe remarks.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Rarely used. Potentially in discussing historical trade rivalries or cultural barriers in international business.
Academic
Used in historical, political science, or cultural studies contexts to describe anti-English sentiment.
Everyday
Very rare. Might be used in strong political arguments or heated online debates.
Technical
Not applicable in technical fields.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “anglophobe”
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Antonyms of “anglophobe”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “anglophobe”
- Misspelling as 'anglopobe' or 'anglaphobe'. Confusing it with 'anglophile' (opposite meaning). Using it to describe someone who merely dislikes a single British custom.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is a low-frequency word used primarily in formal, political, or historical analysis, not in everyday conversation.
Yes, the adjective form 'anglophobe' (e.g., 'anglophobe sentiments') is used, though 'anglophobic' is the more standard adjectival form.
The opposite is an 'anglophile'—a person who greatly admires England or things English.
Not necessarily. The term implies a deep-seated, often irrational or prejudiced hostility towards England/Britain as a whole, not just reasoned criticism of specific policies.
A person who has a strong dislike, fear, or prejudice against England, its people, or its culture.
Anglophobe is usually formal, sometimes academic or political. in register.
Anglophobe: in British English it is pronounced /ˈæŋɡləʊfəʊb/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈæŋɡləˌfoʊb/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “No common idioms specifically for this word.”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: 'ANGLO' (English) + 'PHOBE' (one who fears/hates). It parallels other -phobe words like xenophobe.
Conceptual Metaphor
HATRED/FEAR IS A DISEASE or A PHOBIA (implies an irrational, persistent aversion).
Practice
Quiz
Which of these is the BEST synonym for 'anglophobe' in a political context?