Russophobia

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See also: russophobia

English[edit]

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Etymology[edit]

Russo- +‎ -phobia

Noun[edit]

Russophobia (uncountable)

  1. Contempt or hatred towards Russia or Russians, especially the political system, or the customs of the former Soviet Union.
    Synonyms: Russiaphobia, Russophobism
    Antonym: Russophilia

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  • Russophobia is also used by supporters of Vladimir Putin, the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and Russian nationalists towards their opponents, accusing them of being hostile against Russia or Russian people for rejecting their views.

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