Anti (en. Anti)

/ˈanti/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Prefix that denotes opposition to an idea, movement, or concept.
Their stance is anti-violence, promoting peace.
Su postura es anti-violencia, promoviendo la paz.
That opposes something.
The anti-tobacco movement has gained strength in recent years.
El movimiento anti-tabaco ha ganado fuerza en los últimos años.
Indicates rejection towards a specific group or ideology.
The anti-immigrant discourse has grown in several regions.
El discurso anti-inmigrante ha crecido en varias regiones.

Etymology

From the Greek 'anti' meaning 'against'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

anti-drugs
It refers to the fight against the use of drugs.
anti-drogas
anti-racism
Movement that opposes racism and racial discrimination.
anti-racismo
anti-globalization
Critique of globalization and its effects on the local economy.
anti-globalización

Related Words

antagonism
Opposition or resistance to something.
antagonismo
antidote
Substance that counteracts a poison or disease.
antídoto
antifascism
Movement against fascism.
antifascismo

Slang Meanings

Anti-work
It is used to refer to someone who avoids work.
Se usa para referirse a alguien que evita el trabajo.
Anti-copyist
It refers to a person who always avoids copying from others.
Se refiere a una persona que siempre evita copiar de otros.