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- [an-tee-soh-shuh l, an-tahy-]
- /ˌæn tiˈsoʊ ʃəl, ˌæn taɪ-/
- /ˌæn.tiˈsəʊ.ʃəl/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [an-tee-soh-shuh l, an-tahy-]
- /ˌæn tiˈsoʊ ʃəl, ˌæn taɪ-/
Definitions of antisocial word
- adjective antisocial Someone who is antisocial is unwilling to meet and be friendly with other people. 3
- adjective antisocial avoiding the company of other people; unsociable 3
- adjective antisocial contrary or injurious to the interests of society in general 3
- adjective antisocial avoiding association with others; unsociable 3
- adjective antisocial against the basic principles of society; harmful to the welfare of the people generally 3
- adjective antisocial unwilling or unable to associate in a normal or friendly way with other people: He's not antisocial, just shy. 1
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Origin of antisocial
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 Antisocial
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
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antisocial 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.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for antisocial
adj antisocial
- 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.
adjective antisocial
- disruptive — causing, tending to cause, or caused by disruption; disrupting: the disruptive effect of their rioting.
- rebellious — defying or resisting some established authority, government, or tradition; insubordinate; inclined to rebel.
- harmful — causing or capable of causing harm; injurious: a harmful idea; a harmful habit.
- inconsiderate — without due regard for the rights or feelings of others: It was inconsiderate of him to keep us waiting.
- belligerent — A belligerent person is hostile and aggressive.
Antonyms for antisocial
adj antisocial
- 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.
adjective antisocial
- constructive — A constructive discussion, comment, or approach is useful and helpful rather than negative and unhelpful.
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