Americophobe

/əˈmɛrɪkoʊfoʊb/ noun

Definition

A person who fears, dislikes, or opposes America or American influence, culture, or policies.

Etymology

From America + -phobe (Greek phobos meaning 'fear'). The -phobe suffix pairs with -phobia and has been used in English since the 1800s to describe those who fear or dislike something.

Kelly Says

Language gives us labels for both excessive love (americomania) and excessive fear (americophobe) of the same thing — showing how language helps us recognize and name extreme positions on opposite sides of any issue.

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