antis Definition
- 1a prefix meaning 'against', 'opposed to', or 'preventing'
- 2a plural form of 'anti', a person who is opposed to something
Using antis: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "antis" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The vaccine is designed to be antiviral.
Example
She is an anti-smoking advocate.
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The antis protested against the new law.
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The group formed an anti-government coalition.
Phrases with antis
anti-inflammatory
reducing inflammation or swelling
Example
He takes anti-inflammatory medication for his arthritis.
anti-aging
preventing or reducing the effects of aging
Example
She uses anti-aging cream to keep her skin looking young.
unwilling or unable to associate in a normal or friendly way with other people
Example
His behavior at the party was very antisocial.
Origins of antis
from Greek 'anti', meaning 'against'
Summary: antis in Brief
'Antis' [ˈæntaɪs] is a prefix meaning 'against', 'opposed to', or 'preventing'. It can also be used as a plural form of 'anti', which refers to a person who is opposed to something. Examples include 'The vaccine is designed to be antiviral.' and 'She is an anti-smoking advocate.' Phrases like 'anti-inflammatory' and 'anti-aging' use 'anti-' to denote prevention or reduction, while 'antisocial' implies unwillingness to associate with others.
