Antisocialist

/ˌæntisoʊˈʃælɪst/ adjective

Definition

Opposed to socialism or socialist ideology and policies.

Etymology

From 'anti-' (against) combined with 'socialist,' derived from 'social' (Latin 'socialis') meaning relating to society. This political term became widespread during the Cold War.

Kelly Says

The term 'antisocialist' emerged as a political counter-identity during the Cold War, creating a fascinating linguistic mirror—the same event that created passionate 'socialists' automatically created their mirror-image 'antisocialists.'

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