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
The OfS investigation into the University of Sussex started with the case of Prof Kathleen Stock, who left the university in 2021 after being accused of transphobia for her views on sex and gender issues.
From BBC • Mar. 26, 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
That was the right moment to have “Drag Race Italia” on TV because we were openly talking about homophobia, transphobia and the LGBTQ+ community.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 18, 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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