Anti
/ˈæn.taɪ/noun
A prefix meaning 'against' or 'opposite to'.
Did you know?The prefix 'anti-' has ancient roots in Greek, where it signified not just opposition, but also a profound transformation, hinting at the power of contrast in all creation.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
ἀντί (antí)
“In opposition to; instead of.”
Late Latin
Latin
anti
“Against; opposed to.”
Old French
Old French
ant
“Against.”
Middle English
Middle English
anti
“Against; opposed.”
Modern English
English
anti
“Used as a prefix to indicate opposition or contrast.”
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