PsychologyJuly 14, 2026

manosphere

/ˈmæn.ə.sfɪər/

Definition

A collection of online communities and websites that promote anti-feminist, misogynistic, or traditionalist views on masculinity, often portraying vulnerability as a sign of weakness.

Etymology

The word is a portmanteau of 'man' and the suffix '-sphere,' used to denote a specific social domain or field of activity. It emerged in the early 21st century to describe a loosely connected network of internet spaces centered on men's issues and gender ideology.

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