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- [an-tahy, an-tee soh-shuh l]
- /ˈæn taɪ, ˈæn ti ˈsoʊ ʃəl/
- /ˈæn.ti ˈsəʊʃl/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [an-tahy, an-tee soh-shuh l]
- /ˈæn taɪ, ˈæn ti ˈsoʊ ʃəl/
Definitions of anti-social word
- adjective anti-social Someone who is anti-social is unwilling to meet and be friendly with other people. 3
- adjective anti-social Anti-social behaviour is annoying or upsetting to other people. 3
- adjective anti-social unwilling or unable to associate in a normal or friendly way with other people: He's not antisocial, just shy. 1
- adjective anti-social antagonistic, hostile, or unfriendly toward others; menacing; threatening: an antisocial act. 1
- adjective anti-social opposed or detrimental to social order or the principles on which society is constituted: antisocial behavior. 1
- adjective anti-social Psychiatry. of or relating to a pattern of behavior in which social norms and the rights of others are persistently violated. 1
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Origin of anti-social
First appearance:
before 1790 One of the 43% newest English words
First recorded in 1790-1800; anti- + social
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Parts of speech for Anti-social
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
anti-social popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 74% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 51% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
Synonyms for anti-social
adj anti-social
- alienated — indifferent, unfriendly, or hostile
- standoffish — somewhat aloof or reserved; cold and unfriendly.
- introverted — a shy person.
- ascetic — An ascetic person has a way of life that is simple and strict, usually because of their religious beliefs.
- austere — If you describe something as austere, you approve of its plain and simple appearance.
Antonyms for anti-social
adj anti-social
- friendly — characteristic of or befitting a friend; showing friendship: a friendly greeting.
- sociable — inclined to associate with or be in the company of others.
- fun-loving — enjoying life in a lively, lighthearted way; spirited; playful: fun-loving friends.
- participating — to take or have a part or share, as with others; partake; share (usually followed by in): to participate in profits; to participate in a play.
- humanitarian — having concern for or helping to improve the welfare and happiness of people.
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