Xenophobia

Pronunciation: /ˌzɛnəˈfoʊbiːə/

Xenophobia (noun)

  1. Strong dislike or fear of people who are from other countries or cultures.
  2. A negative attitude that treats unfamiliar groups as a threat, leading to unfair treatment.

Examples

  • Xenophobia makes people fear outsiders without knowing them.
  • When xenophobia grows, neighbors avoid newcomers.