English to English Dictionary

Antique

A collectible object such as a piece of furniture or work of art that has a high value because of its considerable age.

Antiqued

Made to appear aged or antique through artificial staining, distressing, or finishing techniques.

Antiquirt

A term used to describe something that is ancient or has historical significance.

Antiquity

The ancient past, especially the period before the Middle Ages.

Antiriot

Designed or used for preventing, controlling, or suppressing public disturbances and riots.

Antiscience

An attitude, position, or movement that opposes or rejects science, the scientific method, or scientific consensus.

Antiseptic

A substance that stops or slows down the growth of microorganisms on living tissue.

Antiseptically

In a way that is free from germs, bacteria, or other harmful microorganisms.

Antiserum

Blood serum containing antibodies against specific antigens, used to confer passive immunity or for diagnostic testing.

Antithesis

A person or thing that is the direct opposite of someone or something else.

Antitopia

A fictional society that is undesirable or frightening, often used in literature and political discourse.

Antitrust

Relating to legislation preventing or controlling monopolies and cartels, with the intent of promoting fair competition in business.