antidomestic
|an-ti-do-mes-tic|
/ˌæn.ti.dəˈmɛs.tɪk/
against the home/household
Etymology
'antidomestic' originates from the Greek prefix 'anti-' meaning 'against' and the Latin adjective 'domesticus' (from 'domus' meaning 'house').
'antidomestic' is a modern English formation combining the Greek-derived prefix 'anti-' with the Latin-rooted English word 'domestic' (itself from Latin 'domesticus' and 'domus'), producing a compound meaning 'against domestic (home or household)'.
Initially formed to convey being 'against the household or domestic life,' the term has been used more broadly to describe opposition to domestic policies or to domesticity in social roles.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the belief or tendency of being opposed to domestic life or domestic policies; the state of being antidomestic (noun form derived from the adjective).
His antidomesticism made him skeptical of programs aimed at promoting traditional family roles.
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Adjective 1
opposed to domestic life, household routines, or traditional roles associated with the home; hostile or resistant to domesticity.
She adopted an antidomestic attitude, refusing to conform to expected household roles.
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Adjective 2
(Of a policy, stance, or sentiment) opposed to domestic affairs, domestic industry, or inward-looking national policies.
The campaign took an antidomestic tone, criticizing protectionist measures and inward-focused policies.
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Last updated: 2025/08/31 00:16