Misogyny: These terms— misogyny

These terms— misogyny , feminism, patriarchy, sexism, and others—represent ideas and systems that shape gender dynamics in society. Understanding them is crucial for recognizing the challenges ... Key points Misogyny is typically an unconscious hatred that men form early in life, often as a result of trauma from a female figure they trusted. He can be competitive with women, likes to ... Defined as “a hatred of women,” misogyny is difficult to separate from gendered systems and structures of power. Though in the early twenty‐first century misogyny is frequently dismissed as a characteristic of individual men, from serial murderers to conservative despots, such a narrow definition obscures the more systemic nature and practical function of misogyny in past and present societies. Throughout history, misogyny has functioned to explain, justify, or reinforce women's ...