Anti

/ˈæn.ti/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who is opposed to a particular thing.

An anti was present at the rally, voicing their dissent.

One who opposes a certain ideology or policy.

The anti in the debate argued passionately against the proposed law.

prefix

A prefix meaning against or opposed to.

The anti-war movement gained momentum during the conflict.

Indicating opposition to something.

She became involved in anti-racism campaigns to promote equality.

Used to form words that denote opposition.

He frequently shares anti-establishment views in his articles.

From Greek 'anti', meaning 'against'.

anti-establishment

Opposed to the conventional or mainstream institutions or authority.

anti-virus

Software designed to detect and remove malware.

anti-inflammatory

Reducing inflammation or swelling.

antibody

A protein produced by the immune system to identify and neutralize pathogens.

antithesis

A contrast or opposition between two things.

antidote

A medicine taken or given to counteract a particular poison.