Definition

A person who is against smoking, especially tobacco use.

Example

The antismoker campaign aimed to reduce tobacco use in public places.

Conversation

I recently read an article about an antismoker campaign in our city.

Really? What did it say?

It highlighted how many people are trying to quit smoking with support from antismoker groups.

That's great! It's good to see people encouraging healthier choices.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Antismoker → It is formed from "anti-" (meaning against) and "smoker" (from the verb "smoke", which has origins in Old English "smocian", meaning to emit smoke). The word "antismoker" refers to someone who is against smoking or opposes the act of smoking.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'against' ('anti-') someone who 'smokes' — that's why an antismoker is someone who opposes smoking.

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