Latinophobe

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adjective

Opposed to the Latin language.

Scrabble 18

Meanings

adjectiveLatinophobe (not comparable)
  1. not comparableOpposed to the Latin language.

    The local intellectual elite, which derived its tradition from the Nicaean reaction to Latin domination, the so-called "Hellenic renaissance," was becoming progressively more Greek in spirit and correspondingly more Latinophobe.

    1982, Byzantine Studies
  2. not comparableExhibiting Latinophobia, fear, dislike or prejudice against Latinos or those who are Hispanic or Latin American.
nounLatinophobe (plural Latinophobes)

plural Latinophobes

  1. One who fears or hates the Latin language.

    This also shows the reason for using Latin names, to avoid confusion with the varying popular ones. A few examples such as "syringa-philadelphus-lilac" make even the most confirmed Latinophobe see glimmerings of light!

    1954, Bulletin, Garden Club of America
  2. One who exhibits Latinophobia, fear, dislike or prejudice against Latinos or those who are Hispanic or Latin American.

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Latinophobe. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 3, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/Latinophobe

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