Choose the one word substitute for the below sentence.
Ravi often expressed his disdain for humanity, distancing himself from social interactions and embracing solitude.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
A misanthrope is a person who dislikes humankind and avoids human society. The sentence describes Ravi as expressing disdain for humanity and embracing solitude, which perfectly matches this definition.
(B) Misogynist: A person who dislikes, despises, or is strongly prejudiced against women. This is incorrect as the sentence refers to humanity in general, not specifically women.
(C) Cynic: A person who believes that people are motivated purely by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity. While related to a negative view of humanity, it is not the exact term for someone who actively dislikes all of humankind and avoids society.
(D) Narcissist: A person who has an excessive interest in or admiration of themselves. This is unrelated to disliking humanity.