homophobia
noun
ho·mo·pho·bia
ˌhō-mə-ˈfō-bē-ə 
: discrimination against, aversion to, or fear of homosexuality or gay people compare transphobia
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In May 1989, ACT-UP/KC initiated a study to document instances of homophobia in Kansas City.
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Patrick Salland, Kansas City Star, 5 June 2025
Elordi, this era’s brooding heartthrob, makes a laughably transparent hero for Minahan’s thesis about the shock of homophobia.
—Armond White, National Review, 25 Apr. 2025
Joss’ husband, Tristan Kern de Gonzales, released a statement detailing what fueled the altercation, claiming homophobia as the root cause.
—Vivian Kwarm, New York Daily News, 2 June 2025
At a time when homosexual acts were punished by law and homophobia was the norm, Kameny proclaimed his identity in the streets, even in front of the White House and other government buildings.
—Evan Brechtel, NBC news, 22 May 2025
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Patrick Salland, Kansas City Star, 5 June 2025
Elordi, this era’s brooding heartthrob, makes a laughably transparent hero for Minahan’s thesis about the shock of homophobia.
—Armond White, National Review, 25 Apr. 2025
Joss’ husband, Tristan Kern de Gonzales, released a statement detailing what fueled the altercation, claiming homophobia as the root cause.
—Vivian Kwarm, New York Daily News, 2 June 2025
At a time when homosexual acts were punished by law and homophobia was the norm, Kameny proclaimed his identity in the streets, even in front of the White House and other government buildings.
—Evan Brechtel, NBC news, 22 May 2025
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“Homophobia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/homophobia. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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homophobia
noun
ho·mo·pho·bia
ˌhō-mə-ˈfō-bē-ə
: irrational fear or dislike of or prejudice against homosexuality or gay people
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