anti

Prefix meaning against

Anti is an informal preposition that came into being from the prefix anti-, which is used to make words that mean against something or someone.

It is not used in formal writing.

opposition

against

In opposition to

protest · dissent · adversary · antagonist · rival · enemy · foe · opponent · contradiction · rebuttal

prevention

antivirus

Malware detection program

prophylaxis · safeguard · protection · immunity · inoculation · disinfection · sterilization · quarantine · screening · antibacterial

movement

activist

Vigorous cause champion

campaign · rally · march · petition · advocacy · grassroots · solidarity · cause · reform · rebellion

prefix

antiwar

Opposed to armed conflict

antonym · contradict · counteract · counterpart

Categories
Opposites
stance/position

antipro

In favor of

for · in favor of · pro- · backing · endorsing

attitude/disposition

antipro

In favor of

for · in favor of · enthusiast · fan · supporter

prefix meaning (opposition vs. similarity)

antipro-

Prefix meaning in favor

co- · para-

Phrases
Family

antique, antidote, anticipate, anticipation, antisocial, antipathy, antiseptic, antibiotic, anticipated

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Everyday, not technical · Rated G