Definitions

1. noun

A day or period of time when stores, businesses, or institutions are closed, often in opposition to a traditional or national holiday.

“The company had a special meeting to discuss the antiholiday and how it would affect their employees’ schedules.”

2. noun

A day or period of time when people are encouraged to abstain from a particular activity or behavior, especially one that is considered unhealthy or undesirable.

“The wellness community encouraged people to participate in a social media antiholiday, where everyone abstained from posting about food for a day.”

3. noun

A period of time when people are discouraged from engaging in a particular activity or behavior, especially one that is considered enjoyable or relaxing.

“The new productivity app suggested its users participate in a weekly antiholiday, where they would abstain from checking their social media accounts.”