Lesbophobia (sometimes
lesbiphobia) comprises various forms of negativity toward
lesbians as individuals, as couples, or as a
social group. Based on the categories of
sex or biological gender,
sexual orientation, lesbian
identity, and
gender expression, this negativity encompasses
prejudice,
discrimination, and abuse, in addition to
attitudes and feelings ranging from disdain to hostility. As such, lesbophobia is
sexism against women that
intersects with
homophobia and vice versa.