boycott
4 antonyms and opposites of boycott, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To refuse to buy from, deal with, or take part in something, as a form of protest.
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How to use boycott
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From the surname of Charles Boycott, an English land agent in Ireland who was shunned by his community in an organized protest in 1880.
Full origin of boycott →Frequently asked questions
What does “boycott” mean?
The word “boycott” means to refuse to buy from, deal with, or take part in something, as a form of protest. In plain terms, to deliberately avoid buying from or dealing with someone or something as a protest.
How do you pronounce “boycott”?
“Boycott” is pronounced BOY-kot (/ˈbɔɪkɑt/ in IPA).
How do you use “boycott” in a sentence?
Here is “boycott” used in a sentence: “Consumers began to boycott the brand after the scandal broke.”
What is another word for “boycott”?
Words with a similar meaning to “boycott” include embargo.
What is the opposite of “boycott”?
The opposite of “boycott” — its antonyms — are buycott, endorse, favour and procott.
What part of speech is “boycott”?
Depending on how it is used, “boycott” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “boycott” come from?
The word “boycott” dates back to around 1880. From the surname of Charles Boycott, an English land agent in Ireland who was shunned by his community in an organized protest in 1880.
Is “boycott” a common word?
“Boycott” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between a boycott and a strike?
A boycott is an organized refusal to buy from, deal with, or take part in something as a form of protest, typically carried out by consumers or outside groups. A strike is a refusal to work, carried out specifically by employees of an organization, making the two forms of protest distinct in who participates and how.
Can boycott be used as both a noun and a verb?
Yes, boycott functions as both a verb, meaning to refuse to buy from or deal with something as protest, and a noun, meaning the organized refusal itself, as in "they announced a boycott of the company."
What is the difference between a boycott and an embargo?
A boycott is generally a voluntary protest action taken by individuals, groups, or consumers, while an embargo is usually an official restriction imposed by a government, often barring trade with another country. Boycotts tend to be grassroots in nature, whereas embargoes carry legal or political authority.