noun
- plural of francophobia; irrational fear or hatred of France, French culture, or French people
Usage: typically used in academic or political discourse; often capitalized when referring to organized sentiment
Examples
- Historical francophobias in some European nations stemmed from political rivalries.
- The scholar examined various francophobias that emerged during wartime periods.
- Post-war francophobias gradually diminished as diplomatic relations improved.
- Some francophobias were rooted in cultural misunderstandings rather than genuine conflict.