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antileft

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈæntiˌlɛft/

KK: /ˈæntiˌlɛft/

adjective
Definition

Describing a stance or viewpoint that is against or opposes leftist political ideologies.


Example

The antileft policies were implemented to counteract the influence of leftist movements in the region.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you noticed how some parties are becoming more antileft lately?
Sloth B
Yeah, it seems like there's a lot of tension in politics right now.
Sloth A
I wonder what might happen if this trend continues.
Sloth B
It could really change the landscape of our political discussions.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
rightist
conservative
reactionary
Antonyms
leftist
liberal
progressive
Root Explanation

The word 'antileft' is formed from 'anti-' (meaning against) and 'left' (from Old English 'lyft', meaning weak or foolish). The term describes a stance or position that is against leftist ideologies or movements.

Memory Tip

Think of 'anti-' meaning against, and 'left' referring to a political stance. This helps you remember that 'antileft' means being against leftist ideas.

Visually Confused Words
pantile
mantlet
gantlet
cantlet
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