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Definition of transphobic

transphobic

/ˌtrænzˈfoʊ.bɪk/
trans · pho · bic
Adverb:transphobically
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1

Having or showing an irrational fear of, aversion to, or discrimination against transgender people.

Example

"The organization updated its workplace policies to ensure that transphobic harassment would not be tolerated."

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• Rhymes for transphobic

• Nearby Words

transperson
transphobe
transphobia
transphobic
transpire
transplant
transplantable

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 20th century by combining the clipped prefix 'trans-' (from 'transgender' or 'transsexual') with '-phobic' (from Ancient Greek 'phobos', meaning 'fear'), modeled after 'homophobic'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Transphobic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/transphobic
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