anti-EU
|an/ti-EU|
B2
/ˌæntiˈjuː/
opposed to EU
Etymology
Etymology Information
'anti-EU' originates from the prefix 'anti-' meaning 'against' and 'EU' referring to the 'European Union'.
Historical Evolution
The term 'anti-EU' emerged in the late 20th century as political discourse around the European Union intensified.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'opposed to the European Union', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
opposed to the European Union or its policies.
The politician's anti-EU stance was clear during the debate.
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