Definition

Describing a stance or belief that is against the practice of abortion.

Example

The antiabortion group organized a rally to express their views.

Conversation

I heard there's a big rally for antiabortion rights this weekend.

Really? I didn't know there was such a movement around here.

Yeah, it seems like it's gaining a lot of support lately.

That's interesting. I wonder how many people will actually show up.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Antiabortion → It is formed from "anti-" (meaning against) and "abortion" (from Latin "abortio", meaning a premature birth or miscarriage). The word "antiabortion" refers to being against the practice of abortion.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'against' ('anti-') the idea of 'premature birth' ('abortio') — that's why antiabortion means opposing abortion.

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