transphobia
Americannoun
Sensitive Note
See homophobia.
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of transphobia
First recorded in 1990–95; trans(gender) + -phobia
Example Sentences
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When I’m talking about transphobia, I’m not talking to trans people.
From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026
Anti-discrimination charity Kick It Out says it received record-high reports of discrimination during the 2024-25 season with a rise in sexism, transphobia and faith-based abuse.
From BBC • Aug. 5, 2025
“They’re not boys. I’m not going to listen to transphobia at this table,” commentator Jay Michaelson, a frequent critic of anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric and policy, interjected.
From Salon • Nov. 9, 2024
“Elon Musk has allowed antisemitism, racism, homophobia, transphobia to flood the platform and in a way that is antithetical to the values of San Francisco,” said Chiu, the city attorney of San Francisco.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 13, 2024
“These comments by the president have created transphobia and resulted in hate crimes against the trans community,” Ramírez added.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 15, 2024
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