The superiority of one man's opinion over another's is never so great as when the opinion is about a woman.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Opinions about women are often held with disproportionate conviction compared to other topics.
- In plain terms
- People argue more fiercely about women than other subjects.
- What can you take from it?
- Be wary of strong opinions on gender.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do opinions on women vary so much?
- Are these views based on fact?
Another view
This generalization may not apply across all cultures or times.
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