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Definition of anti - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
disapprovalnot in favor of an action or proposal
- He is anti increasing taxes.
2.
chemistryTECH. having a torsion angle between 90° and 180°TECH.
- The molecule has an anti conformation.
Noun
1.
opposition personperson opposed to a particular policy, activity, or idea
- He is a well-known anti in the anti-vaccination movement.
2.
- The antis criticized the show's latest season.
Preposition
oppositionagainst or opposed to something
- She is anti the new policy.
Expressions with anti
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designed to slow or reduce signs of getting older
She uses anti-aging cream every night.
opposed to abortion or its legalization
The anti-abortion group protested outside the clinic.
designed to attack or defend against aircraft
The ship is equipped with anti-aircraft missiles.
opposed to or hostile toward the United States
His anti-American sentiment was evident in his speeches..
showing strong opposition to gay people or their social and legal rights
The organization faced criticism for its anti-gay campaign during the election.
individual advocating against abortion rights
She is a well-known anti-abortionist in the community.
showing strong dislike or opposition to Christianity
The law was criticized as anti-Christian.
belief against worldwide economic and trade systems
Anti-globalism is growing among young activists.
showing dislike or hostility toward Jewish people
The law was clearly anti-Jewish in its intent.
opposed to ideas or influence from Western countries
The group spread anti-western messages online.
designed to prevent or reduce skin blemishes
This anti-blemish cream helps clear my skin.
designed to reduce or prevent dimpled skin
She bought an anti-cellulite cream yesterday.
working to stop dishonesty and support honesty
The anti-corruption policy improved trust in the company.
made to stop or reduce flakes on the scalp
This is an anti-dandruff shampoo.
opposing unfair treatment of people or groups
Anti-discrimination is important in the workplace.
against traditional institutions or norms
The band's anti-Establishment lyrics resonated with the youth.
stopping fog from forming on a surface
These anti-fog goggles help you see clearly underwater.
opposing or against immigration
The politician's anti-immigration stance caused controversy.
person opposing imperialism and colonial expansion
The anti-imperialist spoke at the rally against colonialism.
showing hostility towards intellectual ideas or pursuits
The politician's anti-intellectual stance alienated the academic community.
showing hostility or prejudice against Islam or Muslims
The group spread anti-Islamic messages online.
opposition to government-imposed lockdowns
The anti-lockdown movement gained momentum during the pandemic.
showing hostility or prejudice against Palestinian people
The law was criticized as anti-Palestinian by many groups.
showing prejudice against Jewish people
The anti-Semite remarks were condemned by the community.
Origin of anti
Greek, anti (against)
Terms with anti included in their meaning
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anti state theory
person supporting abolition of government, favoring voluntary cooperation
anti-discrimination
campaign against discrimination of homosexuals
anti-war
person who opposes war or violence
anti-elite movement
movement against elite or established institutions
anti monarchy
supporting a republic as a form of government
anti-American
contrary to the principles of the United States
anti-narcotics
effort to reduce illegal drug use
anti-authoritarian
belief in the elimination of all forms of coercive control
anti-muslim bias
prejudice against Muslims or their culture
anti-fun
person who stops others from having fun
cold war
anti-left panic in America, leading to harassment over supposed links
anti aging
skincare ingredient used to reduce wrinkles
anti-government movement
person who rejects government authority, often as part of a movement
anti-American
expression of anti-American sentiment
politics
related to anti-revolutionary politics
abr: anti-aircraft or anti-air
designed to stop or attack enemy aircraft
acr: anti-aircraft artillery
weapons used to shoot down aircraft
anti-aircraft
military systems used to defend against enemy aircraft
anti-Semitic
false accusation that Jews murder non-Jewish children for rituals
military
uranium used in anti-tank weapons and armaments
military
anti-personnel weapon dispersing shrapnel upon exploding
politics
person supporting stateless society with socialist and anti-capitalist beliefs
medical
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug used to relieve pain and inflammation
anti-fascism
left-wing group formed to oppose fascism
Examples of anti in a sentence
The group is anti the new policy on recycling. The anti arrangement affects the molecule's stability. Chemists study anti configurations for drug development. The antis gathered to protest the new law. As an anti, she often spoke at rallies. The antis organized a boycott against the movie.
Many antis voiced their disapproval on social media. Many voters are anti the proposed tax increase. He is anti any form of animal cruelty.
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- French:contre, détracteur, ...
- German:anti, Anti, ...
- Italian:contrario, oppositore, ...
- Spanish:en contra de, contrario, ...
- Portuguese:contra, opositor, ...
- Chinese:反对的, 反对者, ...
- Japanese:反対, 反対者, ...
- Arabic:مُعارِض, مُنَاهِض, ...
- Hebrew:אַנְטִי, יָרִיב, ...
- Russian:анти, противник, ...
- Ukrainian:проти, противник, ...
- Hindi:विरोधी, मुख़ालिफ़, ...
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