anti-feminist
|an-ti-fem-i-nist|
/ˌæn.tiˈfɛm.ɪ.nɪst/
opposed to feminism
Etymology
'anti-feminist' originates from the prefix 'anti-' meaning 'against' and 'feminist,' which refers to someone who supports feminism.
'anti-feminist' evolved from the combination of 'anti-' and 'feminist' in the 20th century as a response to the feminist movement.
Initially, it meant 'opposed to feminism,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who opposes feminism or feminist principles.
She was labeled an anti-feminist for her controversial opinions.
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Adjective 1
opposed to feminism or feminist principles.
His anti-feminist views were evident in his speech.
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Last updated: 2025/02/27 14:14