Antivaccinator

/ˌæntiˈvæksɪneɪtər/ noun

Definition

A person who actively opposes vaccination or the administration of vaccines.

Etymology

From antivaccine + -ator (one who performs an action). Similar to antivaccinationist but emphasizing active opposition.

Kelly Says

Antivaccinators of the 1800s distributed pamphlets with graphic images claiming vaccines caused disease—they were early social media activists using the technology available to spread vaccine concerns.

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