noun
antifeminism
an-tee-FEM-in-iz-um
Antifeminism (noun) means Opposition to feminism. Example: “The article traced the history of antifeminism in political movements.”
noun
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Opposition to feminism.
"The article traced the history of antifeminism in political movements."
"Her book examines antifeminism as a reaction against women's rights campaigns."
"Critics accused the policy of being rooted in antifeminism."
How to use antifeminism
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBeing against the feminist movement and its aims.
When to use it
Used mainly in political, historical and academic writing.
Memory tip
The anti- prefix is the key: it simply means against, so antifeminism is opposition to feminism.
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Easily confused with
postfeminism
Common pairings
rise of antifeminism
antifeminist backlash
rooted in antifeminism
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Etymology
Formed by adding the prefix anti-, meaning against, to feminism.
Antonyms
feminism
profeminism
Related words
Rhymes for antifeminism
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What does antifeminism mean?
It refers to opposition to feminism, the movement supporting women's rights and equality.
Is antifeminism the same as postfeminism?
No, they are different terms; postfeminism is a related but distinct concept discussed alongside antifeminism.
What is the opposite of antifeminism?
Feminism itself, and also profeminism, are treated as its opposites.
What is the meaning of antifeminism?
"antifeminism" (noun) means opposition to feminism.
