English Explanatory Dictionary

himpathy

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Inappropriate sympathy given to men or boys, especially those who are guilty of sexual transgressions.

Pronunciation

/ˈhɪm.pəθ.i/

Word forms

himpathy

Etymology

Blend of him + sympathy.

Related words

himpathetic himpathize
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