Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

One who hates mankind

Misanthrope

The word that can be used as a one-word substitute for "one who hates mankind" is misanthrope.

The other words in the options, altruist, compere, and malevolent, do not mean the same thing.

• Altruist is a person who is concerned with the welfare of others.
• Compere is a person who introduces performers at a variety show or other event.
• Malevolent is someone who wishes evil on others.

A misanthrope is a person who hates or distrusts other people. The word "misanthrope" comes from the Greek words "misos" (hatred) and "anthropos" (mankind).