IPA Transcription: American Pronunciation: /mɪˌsɒˈdʒɪnɪstɪk/ Breakdown: mih-SAH-jih-nih-stik British Pronunciation: /mɪˌsɒˈdʒɪnɪstɪk/ Breakdown: mi-SAH-jih-nih-stik Explanation: The first syllable "mi" is pronounced with a short "i" sound like in "sit" (/mɪ/). The second syllable "so" has a soft "s" sound like in "rose" (/sɒ/). The following syllable "ji" is pronounced with a soft "j" sound like in "jam" (/dʒɪ/). The fourth syllable "ni" has a similar sound as in "nineteen" (/nɪ/). The final syllable "stik" is pronounced with a long "i" sound like in "speak" (/stɪk/). The stresses in the word are placed on the second and fourth syllables (/mɪˌsɒˈdʒɪnɪstɪk/). The word misogynistic means to have hatred, dislike, or prejudice towards women, and it is mainly used to describe attitudes or behaviors that are harmful or discriminatory towards women.

Word: misogynistic (adjective) Definition: having a strong dislike, prejudice, or contempt toward women and their abilities and rights; exhibiting or promoting discrimination against women Example 1: His misogynistic views were evident in the way he constantly interrupted and belittled the female employees in meetings. Example 2: The band's lyrics were criticized for being misogynistic and promoting derogatory stereotypes of women. Example 3: The country's laws were considered to be misogynistic, as they provided unequal rights and opportunities for men and women. Example 4: She was tired of dealing with the misogynistic comments and behavior from her male colleagues in the workplace. Example 5: The comedian's jokes were deemed inappropriate and misogynistic by many audience members, leading to backlash and controversy.