anti
- 01 B1 Intermediate
adj.being against a particular idea, person, or plan.
adj.expressing or characterised by opposition to a specific concept, policy, or individual.
Simple“Most of the people at the meeting were anti the new tax plan.”
In context“The local council remained staunchly anti the proposed development, citing concerns over increased traffic and the loss of green space.”
UsageOften used as a predicative adjective after the verb 'to be'.
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.a person who is against a certain idea or law.
n.a person who opposes a particular principle, policy, or movement.
Simple“The debate was split between the pros and the antis.”
In context“The antis argued that the new regulation would stifle innovation, while supporters claimed it was necessary for public safety.”
UsageUsually used in the plural form 'antis' when contrasting two groups.
- 03 C1 Advanced
n.a person who hates a specific celebrity, show, or fictional couple and often attacks them online.
n.a person who actively opposes or criticises a specific creator, franchise, or fictional relationship, often within online fan communities.
Simple“She had to block a few antis who were leaving mean comments on her fan art.”
In context“The online forum became toxic as antis and dedicated fans clashed over the controversial direction of the show's final season.”
UsageCommonly used in social media contexts and internet subcultures.
Teacher's tipThis sense is specific to modern internet culture; learners should be aware it can carry a very negative or judgmental tone.
- 04 B1 Intermediate
prep.a short way of saying 'against' or 'opposed to'.
prep.functioning as a preposition to indicate opposition to a noun phrase.
Simple“Are you pro or anti the new school rules?”
In context“The senator's voting record is consistently anti any legislation that increases government spending.”
UsageOften paired with 'pro' in questions to ask for an opinion.